Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $127,720 | $118,932 | +7% |
| Median hourly wage | $61.40 | $57.18 | +7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $120,718.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $143,702 | $97,500 | $188,500 | 162 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Massachusetts is $127,720, or about $61.40 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Massachusetts is +7% above the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Massachusetts typically earn from $97,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 5,040 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $127,720, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.