Engineering Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Electrical Engineer Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median electrical engineer salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $96,241 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$96,241
vs State Avg
$-1,046
vs National
$-8,369
Cost of Living
92%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, 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 Rio Rancho, NM

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

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How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Rio Rancho

Education

Most electrical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Rio Rancho and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Rio Rancho may vary based on local industry and population growth.