Engineering Vancouver, WA Pop. 190,915

Electrical Engineer Salary in Vancouver, Washington

The median electrical engineer salary in Vancouver, WA is $106,702 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 11.3% below the Washington state average.

City Median
$106,702
vs State Avg
$-13,599
vs National
+$2,092
Cost of Living
102%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Vancouver by Experience

In Vancouver, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $69,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $158,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$69,360
+$1,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$108,120
+$2,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$158,100
+$3,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Vancouver, WA

Percentile Vancouver
10th Percentile $67,320
25th Percentile $84,660
Median (50th) $106,702
75th Percentile $134,640
90th Percentile $165,240

Electrical Engineer Salary in Other Washington Cities

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Vancouver

Education

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