Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,550 | $118,932 | -15% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.34 | $57.18 | -15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $99,851.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $110,540 | $75,000 | $145,000 | 103 |
| Mesa | $108,329 | $73,500 | $142,100 | 99 |
| Tucson | $99,486 | $67,500 | $130,500 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Arizona is $100,550, or about $48.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Arizona is -15% below the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Arizona typically earn from $75,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 5,370 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $100,550, Arizona offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.