How much does an electronics engineer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for electronics engineers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $67.31 an hour or $11,670 a month.
- Hourly
- $67.31
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 18 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 2,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $96,190 | $46.25 | |
| 25th | $117,000 | $56.27 | |
| Median | $140,000 | $67.31 | |
| 75th | $170,000 | $81.71 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for electronics engineers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nuclear Engineer | $180,400 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $166,400 |
| Marine Engineer and Naval Architect | $159,700 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $159,500 |
| Engineer | $151,300 |
| Materials Engineer | $140,600 |
| Chemical Engineer | $132,800 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $127,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | $126,400 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $125,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electronics engineer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $67.31 ($140,000 a year).
Do electronics engineers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $140,000 against $130,200 nationally, 8% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $157,000, so Washington pays 11% less.
Where does Washington rank for electronics engineer pay?
18 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does an electronics engineer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $96,190 or less a year; the top 10% make $195,200 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.