Engineering Alabama (AL) Rank #44 of 50

Electrical Engineer Salary in Alabama

The median electrical engineer salary in Alabama is $91,011 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $104,610.

Median Salary

$91,011

vs National

$-13,599

State Rank

#44 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Alabama by Experience

In Alabama, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $59,160, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,850 per year. The cost of living index in Alabama is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$59,160

$-8,840 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$92,220

$-13,780 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$134,850

$-20,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alabama

Percentile	AL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$57,420	$66,000	$-8,580
25th Percentile	$72,210	$83,000	$-10,790
Median (50th)	$91,011	$104,610	$-13,599
75th Percentile	$114,840	$132,000	$-17,160
90th Percentile	$140,940	$162,000	$-21,060

Electrical Engineer Salary by City in Alabama

The largest employment areas for electrical engineers in Alabama include Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Birmingham, AL

$94,149

Pop. 197,575 · COL 90%

Huntsville, AL

$96,241

Pop. 216,963 · COL 92%

Montgomery, AL

$89,965

Pop. 200,603 · COL 86%

Mobile, AL

$88,919

Pop. 187,041 · COL 85%

Tuscaloosa, AL

$92,057

Pop. 101,129 · COL 88%

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Alabama

Education

Most electrical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Alabama has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Circuit DesignMATLABPCB DesignPower SystemsControl SystemsEmbedded Systems

Job Outlook in Alabama

Nationally, electrical engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Alabama's demand may vary based on local industry trends.