Electrical Engineer Salary in Charlotte, NC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$102,660
Hourly Rate
$49.36
/hour
Jobs in Area
328
employed
Electrical Engineer Salary Range in Charlotte, NC
Annual Salary Range
$67k
10th percentile
$84k
25th
$120k
75th
$155k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $66,596 | $32.02 |
| 25th Percentile | $83,746 | $40.26 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $102,660 | $49.36 |
| 75th Percentile | $119,855 | $57.62 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $154,786 | $74.42 |
| Average (Mean) | $112,246 | $53.96 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Electrical Engineer salary in Charlotte, NC is $102,660 per year or $49.36 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Charlotte, NC Compares
vs National Average
$107,890
vs North Carolina Average
$104,079
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$104,435
Cost of living in Charlotte, NC is 1.7% below the national average.
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