Electrical Engineer Salary in Virginia
A electrical engineer in Virginia earns an estimated $113,300 a year ($54.47 an hour). Most workers fall from $77,000 to $164,300, depending on experience and employer.
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Electrical Engineer pay in Virginia
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $77,000 | $37.02 |
| Median (estimate) | $113,300 | $54.47 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $164,300 | $78.99 |
| US national median | $111,000 | $53.37 |
The Virginia estimate is 2% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Virginia keeps about $82,872 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $3,187.37 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Virginia paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrical engineer make in Virginia?
About $113,300 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.