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Entry level electrical engineer salary in United States, 2026

How much does an Entry Level Electrical Engineer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$78,870
Average $78,870
Low $45,003
High $138,225

The average salary for a entry level electrical engineer is $78,870 per year in the United States. 264 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 11, 2026).

Entry Level Electrical Engineer job openings in United States

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Entry Level Electrical Enginee...
Dewberry3.6out of 5 stars.
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Entry Level Electrical Engineer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
CACI International
 
$134,870per year
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HAZEN AND SAWYER
 
$130,250per year
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infinite Computer Solution
 
$124,800per year
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Softworld, Inc.
 
$124,800per year
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Oxford Global Resources
 
$124,800per year
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Boeing
 
$122,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Entry Level Electrical Engineers near United States

  1. Phoenix, AZ
    $118,723 per year
  2. Houston, TX
    $80,752 per year
  3. Chicago, IL
    $67,288 per year
  4. East Peoria, IL
    $64,393 per year
  5. Lexington, KY
    $60,964 per year

Where can an Entry Level Electrical Engineer earn more?

Compare salaries for Entry Level Electrical Engineers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Entry Level Electrical Engineer get paid in United States?

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