Electrical Engineer Salary in New York
A electrical engineer in New York earns an estimated $126,500 a year ($60.82 an hour). Most workers fall from $86,000 to $183,400, depending on experience and employer.
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Electrical Engineer pay in New York
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $86,000 | $41.35 |
| Median (estimate) | $126,500 | $60.82 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $183,400 | $88.17 |
| US national median | $111,000 | $53.37 |
The New York estimate is 14% 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 York keeps about $90,771 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $3,491.20 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the New York paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrical engineer make in New York?
About $126,500 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.