Engineering Scottsdale, AZ Pop. 241,361

Electrical Engineer Salary in Scottsdale, Arizona

The median electrical engineer salary in Scottsdale, AZ is $117,163 per year, which is 12.0% above the national median and 15.5% above the Arizona state average.

City Median
$117,163
vs State Avg
+$15,691
vs National
+$12,553
Cost of Living
112%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Scottsdale by Experience

In Scottsdale, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $76,160, while experienced professionals earn up to $173,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 112% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$76,160
+$8,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$118,720
+$12,720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$173,600
+$18,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Scottsdale, AZ

Percentile Scottsdale
10th Percentile $73,920
25th Percentile $92,960
Median (50th) $117,163
75th Percentile $147,840
90th Percentile $181,440

Electrical Engineer Salary in Other Arizona Cities

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Scottsdale

Education

Most electrical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Scottsdale and the surrounding Arizona area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Circuit DesignMATLABPCB DesignPower SystemsControl SystemsEmbedded Systems

Job Outlook

Nationally, electrical engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Scottsdale may vary based on local industry and population growth.