Electrical Design Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Electrical Design Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Design Manager in the United States is $178,821 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $86.

However, an Electrical Design Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $212,607
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $164,694 to $196,506
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $151,832

Key Factors That Influence Electrical Design Manager Salaries

An Electrical Design Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Electrical Design Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electrical Design Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $98,634
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $124,404
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $147,359
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $175,137
  • Expert (over 8 years): $192,002
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Electrical Engineering Supervisor I less than 1 year $98,634
Electrical Engineering Supervisor II 1-2 years $124,404
Electrical Engineering Manager 2-4 years $147,359
Electrical Design Manager 5-8 years $175,137
Electrical Engineering Director over 8 years $192,002

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Design Manager

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $225,547
  • San Francisco: $223,077
  • Oakland: $218,376

Electrical Design Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Electrical Design Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Electrical Design Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Electrical Design Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Electrical Design Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $214,585 $103.0 20%
Pharmaceuticals $211,009 $101.0 18%
Software & Networking $200,280 $96.0 12%
Biotechnology $196,703 $95.0 10%
Insurance $196,703 $95.0 10%

How Education impacts an Electrical Design Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Electrical Design Manager professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Electrical Design Manager with a high school is between $179,616 and $189,222.

Electrical Design Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Electrical Design Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 1%
High School 3.1%
Associate's Degree 1%
Bachelor's Degree 49%
Master's Degree or MBA 36.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 9.4%

Electrical Design Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Design Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$164,694
Average $178,821/year
$196,506
$13,725
Average $14,902/month
$16,376
$3,167
Average $3,439/week
$3,779
$79
Average $86/hour
$94
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $196,506 $16,376 $3,779 $94
Average $178,821 $14,902 $3,439 $86
25th Percentile $164,694 $13,725 $3,167 $79

Most common benefits for Electrical Design Manager

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Electrical Design Manager

Here are companies hiring for Electrical Design Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Electrical Design Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Electrical Design Manager?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Electrical Design Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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