Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $132,710 | $118,932 | +12% |
| Median hourly wage | $63.80 | $57.18 | +12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $124,028.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $145,913 | $99,000 | $191,400 | 165 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Washington is $132,710, or about $63.80 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Washington is +12% above the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Washington typically earn from $99,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 7,610 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $132,710, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.