Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $119,030 | $118,932 | +0% |
| Median hourly wage | $57.23 | $57.18 | +0% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $117,735.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $108,329 | $73,500 | $142,100 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Virginia is $119,030, or about $57.23 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Virginia is +0% above the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Virginia typically earn from $73,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 7,260 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $119,030, Virginia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.