Engineering Hattiesburg, MS Pop. 48,728

Electrical Engineer Salary in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

The median electrical engineer salary in Hattiesburg, MS is $83,688 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 3.6% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$83,688
vs State Avg
$-3,138
vs National
$-20,922
Cost of Living
80%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Hattiesburg by Experience

In Hattiesburg, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $54,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,400
$-13,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,800
$-21,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$124,000
$-31,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hattiesburg, MS

Percentile Hattiesburg
10th Percentile $52,800
25th Percentile $66,400
Median (50th) $83,688
75th Percentile $105,600
90th Percentile $129,600

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How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Hattiesburg

Education

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