Electrical Engineer Salary in New Jersey
A electrical engineer in New Jersey earns an estimated $125,000 a year ($60.10 an hour). Most workers fall from $85,000 to $181,300, depending on experience and employer.
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Electrical Engineer pay in New Jersey
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $85,000 | $40.87 |
| Median (estimate) | $125,000 | $60.10 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $181,300 | $87.16 |
| US national median | $111,000 | $53.37 |
The New Jersey estimate is 13% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in New Jersey keeps about $91,079 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $3,503.02 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the New Jersey paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrical engineer make in New Jersey?
About $125,000 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.