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Electrical Engineer Salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

The median electrical engineer salary in Raleigh, NC is $102,518 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 6.5% above the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$102,518
vs State Avg
+$6,277
vs National
$-2,092
Cost of Living
98%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Raleigh by Experience

In Raleigh, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $66,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $151,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$66,640
$-1,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$103,880
$-2,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$151,900
$-3,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Raleigh, NC

Percentile Raleigh
10th Percentile $64,680
25th Percentile $81,340
Median (50th) $102,518
75th Percentile $129,360
90th Percentile $158,760

Electrical Engineer Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Raleigh

Education

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