Engineering Sioux City, IA Pop. 85,797

Electrical Engineer Salary in Sioux City, Iowa

The median electrical engineer salary in Sioux City, IA is $87,872 per year, which is 16% below the national median and 5.6% below the Iowa state average.

City Median
$87,872
vs State Avg
$-5,231
vs National
$-16,738
Cost of Living
84%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Sioux City by Experience

In Sioux City, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $57,120, while experienced professionals earn up to $130,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,120
$-10,880 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$89,040
$-16,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$130,200
$-24,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Sioux City, IA

Percentile Sioux City
10th Percentile $55,440
25th Percentile $69,720
Median (50th) $87,872
75th Percentile $110,880
90th Percentile $136,080

Electrical Engineer Salary in Other Iowa Cities

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Sioux City

Education

Most electrical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Sioux City and the surrounding Iowa 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 Sioux City may vary based on local industry and population growth.