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Electrical Engineer Salary in Louisville, Kentucky

The median electrical engineer salary in Louisville, KY is $96,241 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 5.7% above the Kentucky state average.

City Median
$96,241
vs State Avg
+$5,230
vs National
$-8,369
Cost of Living
92%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Louisville by Experience

In Louisville, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $62,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,560
$-5,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$97,520
$-8,480 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,600
$-12,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisville, KY

Percentile Louisville
10th Percentile $60,720
25th Percentile $76,360
Median (50th) $96,241
75th Percentile $121,440
90th Percentile $149,040

Electrical Engineer Salary in Other Kentucky Cities

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Louisville

Education

Most electrical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Louisville 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 Louisville may vary based on local industry and population growth.