Engineering Bowling Green, KY Pop. 74,735

Electrical Engineer Salary in Bowling Green, Kentucky

The median electrical engineer salary in Bowling Green, KY is $87,872 per year, which is 16% below the national median and 3.4% below the Kentucky state average.

City Median
$87,872
vs State Avg
$-3,139
vs National
$-16,738
Cost of Living
84%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Bowling Green by Experience

In Bowling Green, 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 Bowling Green, KY

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

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How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Bowling Green

Education

Most electrical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Bowling Green and the surrounding Kentucky 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 Bowling Green may vary based on local industry and population growth.