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Electrical engineer salary in Philadelphia, PA

How much does an Electrical Engineer make in Philadelphia, PA?

Average base salary

$101,422
6%
above national average
Average $101,422
Low $66,170
High $155,454
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a electrical engineer is $101,422 per year in Philadelphia, PA. 81 salaries reported, updated at September 19, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in Philadelphia, PA

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6 to 9 years
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Top companies for Electrical Engineers in Philadelphia, PA

  1. Urban Engineers, Inc.
    3.7
    20 reviews5 salaries reported
    $152,717per year
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Highest paying cities for Electrical Engineers near Philadelphia, PA

  1. Erie, PA
    $157,645 per year
    20 salaries reported
  2. New Freedom, PA
    $145,732 per year
    54 salaries reported
  3. York, PA
    $107,367 per year
    26 salaries reported
  1. Bethlehem, PA
    $104,043 per year
    22 salaries reported
  2. Philadelphia, PA
    $101,422 per year
    81 salaries reported
  3. Pittsburgh, PA
    $101,351 per year
    135 salaries reported
  1. Towanda, PA
    $97,431 per year
    29 salaries reported
  2. Allentown, PA
    $91,187 per year
    12 salaries reported
  3. Reading, PA
    $83,725 per year
    17 salaries reported
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Electrical Engineers

Top skills
Systems Analysis
+31.24%salary
Top fields of study
Architectural Engineering Degree
+19.18%salary
Top licenses
Professional Engineer
+12.17%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

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28 jobs47
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19 jobs25
130 jobs271
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Most common benefits for Electrical Engineers

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Employee stock ownership plan
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Pet insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness program
  • Work from home
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 626 ratings

59% of Electrical Engineers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Philadelphia, PA?

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Common questions about salaries for an Electrical Engineer

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