Occupation ยท SOC 17-2071
Electrical Engineers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of electrical engineers can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 188,790 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $111,910 ($53.80 an hour).
US employment
188,790
Median annual wage
$111,910
Mean annual wage
$120,980
Median hourly wage
$53.80
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- New Mexico$143,850
- California$140,360
- District of Columbia$138,860
- New Hampshire$131,790
- Washington$130,730
Top 5 after cost of living
- New Mexico$156,000
- Idaho$135,050
- Alabama$130,450
- California$126,770
- New Hampshire$126,520
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $127,590 | $15,680 (+14.0%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California23,650
- 2. Texas15,470
- 3. Michigan10,840
- 4. Washington10,010
- 5. New York7,720
- 6. Pennsylvania7,660
- 7. Florida7,400
- 8. North Carolina6,560
- 9. Ohio6,030
- 10. Virginia5,990
States that pay the most
- 1. New Mexico$143,850
- 2. California$140,360
- 3. District of Columbia$138,860
- 4. New Hampshire$131,790
- 5. Washington$130,730
- 6. Idaho$128,960
- 7. Massachusetts$126,010
- 8. New Jersey$125,120
- 9. Maryland$124,450
- 10. Virginia$122,320
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
Related occupations
- Civil EngineersTeleworkable
- Industrial EngineersTeleworkable
- Mechanical EngineersOn-site
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- Architectural and Civil DraftersTeleworkable
- Electronics Engineers, Except ComputerTeleworkable
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansOn-site
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