Engineering Great Falls, MT Pop. 60,442

Electrical Engineer Salary in Great Falls, Montana

The median electrical engineer salary in Great Falls, MT is $92,057 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 7.4% below the Montana state average.

City Median
$92,057
vs State Avg
$-7,323
vs National
$-12,553
Cost of Living
88%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Great Falls by Experience

In Great Falls, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $59,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$59,840
$-8,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$93,280
$-12,720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$136,400
$-18,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Great Falls, MT

Percentile Great Falls
10th Percentile $58,080
25th Percentile $73,040
Median (50th) $92,057
75th Percentile $116,160
90th Percentile $142,560

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How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Great Falls

Education

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