Engineering Jackson, MS Pop. 153,701

Electrical Engineer Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median electrical engineer salary in Jackson, MS is $88,919 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.4% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$88,919
vs State Avg
+$2,093
vs National
$-15,691
Cost of Living
85%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $57,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $131,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,800
$-10,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$90,100
$-15,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$131,750
$-23,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $56,100
25th Percentile $70,550
Median (50th) $88,919
75th Percentile $112,200
90th Percentile $137,700

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How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Jackson

Education

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