Engineering Hawaii (HI) Rank #1 of 50

Electrical Engineer Salary in Hawaii

The median electrical engineer salary in Hawaii is $177,837 per year, which is 70.0% above the national median of $104,610.

Median Salary
$177,837
vs National
+$73,227
State Rank
#1 of 50
Cost of Living
170%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Hawaii by Experience

In Hawaii, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $115,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $263,500 per year. The cost of living index in Hawaii is 170% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$115,600
+$47,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$180,200
+$74,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$263,500
+$108,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hawaii

Percentile HI Salary
10th Percentile $112,200
25th Percentile $141,100
Median (50th) $177,837
75th Percentile $224,400
90th Percentile $275,400

Electrical Engineer Salary by City in Hawaii

The largest employment areas for electrical engineers in Hawaii include Honolulu, Pearl City, Hilo, and Kailua. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Hawaii

Education

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

Key Skills

Circuit DesignMATLABPCB DesignPower SystemsControl SystemsEmbedded Systems

Job Outlook in Hawaii

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