Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians
Salary, job outlook, AI risk & career information
Median Salary
$77,180
~$37/hr · ~$6,432/mo
US Jobs
94K
Slower than average
AI & Automation Risk
5/10
Moderate
AI & Automation Risk
Moderate 5/10
This occupation involves a significant amount of physical labor, such as assembling prototypes, soldering circuitry, and repairing hardware, which provides a buffer against full automation. However, a substantial portion of the role involves digital tasks like drafting schematics, analyzing test data, and writing technical reports—all areas where AI is becoming highly proficient. AI will likely augment their troubleshooting capabilities and automate the documentation aspects of the job, increasing individual productivity but potentially reducing overall demand.
Salary by City — What You Actually Take Home
Real purchasing power = salary adjusted for cost of living. Higher = more money in your pocket.
| City | Local Salary | Cost of Living | Real Purchasing Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, ALBEST VALUE | $120,040 | Below avg (91.8) | $130,812 |
| Morgantown, WV | $106,820 | Below avg (92.2) | $115,878 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $97,530 | Below avg (91.2) | $106,902 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $94,310 | Below avg (91.2) | $103,360 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | $93,790 | Below avg (90.8) | $103,301 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $89,910 | Below avg (87.1) | $103,244 |
| Richmond, VA | $96,150 | Average (98.3) | $97,776 |
| Enid, OK * | $84,070 | Below avg (86.5) | $97,241 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL | $82,100 | Below avg (84.5) | $97,217 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $99,760 | Average (102.7) | $97,117 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $94,830 | Average (97.7) | $97,041 |
| Bakersfield-Delano, CA | $98,530 | Average (102.4) | $96,231 |
| Charleston, WV | $84,530 | Below avg (89.1) | $94,916 |
| Twin Falls, ID * | $84,090 | Below avg (89.4) | $94,032 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $87,860 | Below avg (93.6) | $93,840 |
Cost of Living Index: 100 = US national average. Below 100 = cheaper. Above 100 = more expensive.
Education & Requirements
Education Required
Associate's degree
10-Year Growth
+1% (Slower than average)
Hourly Rate
~$37/hr
Monthly Income
~$6,432/mo
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