Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Minnesota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $109,510 | $118,932 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $52.65 | $57.18 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $111,065.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | $121,594 | $82,500 | $159,500 | 109 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Minnesota is $109,510, or about $52.65 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Minnesota is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Minnesota typically earn from $82,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,150 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $109,510, Minnesota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.