Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technician training programs & pay
Average pay $80,680 (all experience levels); median $78,190; top 10% earn over $115,700. Electrical and electronic engineering technicians build, test and troubleshoot circuits, controls and equipment alongside engineers in utilities, manufacturing, telecom and defense. The usual entry point is an associate degree in electrical or electronics engineering technology.
- $80,680Average pay (U.S., all experience levels)
- $49,510Entry-level / bottom 10%
- $78,190Median pay (U.S.)
- $115,700Top 10% earn over
95,130 jobs nationwide · 662 listed programs in 47 states. Average = BLS mean across all experience levels, not starting pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates, released 2026-05-15. O*NET 17-3023.00.
Highest-paying states (BLS median)
BLS wage data
What electrical and electronic engineering technicians earn
As of the BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates, released 2026-05-15, electrical and electronic engineering technicians in the United States earned an average (mean) of $80,680 a year across all experience levels, with a median of $78,190; the entry-level / bottom 10% figure (10th percentile) was $49,510 and the top 10% earned more than $115,700.
Annual wages for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (SOC 17-3023) from the BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates, released 2026-05-15. It is in our Average pay $65k+ (all experience levels) group: the national average (mean, all experience levels) is $80,680; the median is $78,190 and the entry-level / bottom 10% figure is $49,510.
| Area | 10th pct | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | 90th pct | Mean | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $49,510 | $61,610 | $78,190 | $97,650 | $115,700 | $80,680 | 95,130 |
Training & tuition
What training costs
Tuition comes only from published College Scorecard figures. Apprenticeship sponsors do not publish tuition in federal files, so they show “Contact program.”
| Program group | Lowest | Middle | Highest | What the figure is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schools with published tuition (657) | $964 | $4,902 | $50,445 | College Scorecard annual tuition & fees (in-state low end; out-of-state high end where they differ) |
Occupation profile
| O*NET-SOC code | 17-3023.00 |
|---|---|
| O*NET title | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
| BLS SOC | 17-3023 |
| Job zone | Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed |
| Sample job titles | Communication Technician (Communication Tech), Communications Technologist, Electrical Engineering Technician (Electrical Engineering Tech), Electrical Technician (Electrical Tech), Electronic Engineering Technician (Electronic Engineering Tech), Electronic Technician (Electronic Tech) |
Typical tasks (O*NET)
- Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
- Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
Programs
Featured electrical engineering technician programs
12 of 662 listed programs, schools with published tuition first. Pick a state below for the full list.
| Program / provider | Location | Type | Graduates 2023-24 | Tuition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiken Technical College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Graniteville, SC | Associate degree | 1 | $5,300–$8,088 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Albany Technical College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Albany, GA | Associate degree | 1 | $3,364–$5,932 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Albany Technical College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Albany, GA | Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year) | 0 | $3,364–$5,932 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Angelina College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Lufkin, TX | Associate degree | 1 | $3,430–$6,490 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Angelina College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Lufkin, TX | Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year) | 12 | $3,430–$6,490 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Anne Arundel Community College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Arnold, MD | Associate degree | 3 | $4,586–$12,074 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Anne Arundel Community College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Arnold, MD | Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year) | 4 | $4,586–$12,074 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Anoka Technical College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Anoka, MN | Certificate (1-2 years) | 8 | $6,354 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Anoka Technical College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Anoka, MN | Associate degree | 8 | $6,354 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Arizona Western College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Yuma, AZ | Certificate (1-2 years) | 15 | $3,150–$9,450 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Arizona Western College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Yuma, AZ | Associate degree | 6 | $3,150–$9,450 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
| Arizona Western College Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | Yuma, AZ | Certificate (under 12 weeks) | 0 | $3,150–$9,450 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 15.0303 |
By state
Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technician pay and programs by state
Highest state medians:
| State | Listed programs | Median pay | 90th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 6 | $74,500 | $108,720 | 1,620 |
| Alaska | 0 | $92,760 | $127,740 | 230 |
| Arizona | 16 | $77,960 | $103,170 | 2,260 |
| Arkansas | 15 | $69,960 | $99,290 | 310 |
| California | 4 | $86,090 | $138,400 | 13,450 |
| Colorado | 11 | $77,440 | $105,350 | 1,410 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $81,390 | $112,580 | 1,190 |
| Delaware | 0 | $67,360 | $107,310 | 130 |
| District of Columbia | 0 | $97,620 | $140,670 | 240 |
| Florida | 28 | $73,190 | $101,170 | 4,710 |
| Georgia | 16 | $78,070 | $108,890 | 1,630 |
| Guam | 0 | $75,360 | $115,210 | 50 |
| Hawaii | 5 | $96,200 | $120,270 | 460 |
| Idaho | 7 | $77,170 | $99,620 | 650 |
| Illinois | 36 | $85,510 | $120,900 | 1,980 |
| Indiana | 6 | $70,540 | $115,210 | 1,800 |
| Iowa | 18 | $74,840 | $107,660 | 880 |
| Kansas | 5 | $70,310 | $100,480 | 770 |
| Kentucky | 0 | $64,120 | $98,370 | 1,060 |
| Louisiana | 4 | $82,990 | $116,080 | 1,000 |
| Maine | 4 | $83,440 | $120,430 | 270 |
| Maryland | 13 | $95,830 | $131,810 | 2,170 |
| Massachusetts | 12 | $77,710 | $105,820 | 4,030 |
| Michigan | 29 | $74,800 | $100,420 | 2,350 |
| Minnesota | 15 | $78,280 | $101,250 | 1,540 |
| Mississippi | 13 | $81,180 | $113,450 | 650 |
| Missouri | 7 | $72,120 | $103,240 | 1,390 |
| Montana | 3 | $82,050 | $114,620 | 140 |
| Nebraska | 3 | $65,490 | $93,540 | 710 |
| Nevada | 4 | $88,160 | $130,450 | 1,140 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $74,560 | $101,140 | 590 |
| New Jersey | 17 | $85,510 | $118,120 | 2,250 |
| New Mexico | 17 | $96,070 | $124,110 | 1,000 |
| New York | 30 | $77,040 | $111,820 | 4,390 |
| North Carolina | 65 | $76,040 | $106,350 | 2,490 |
| North Dakota | 3 | $80,930 | $112,330 | 120 |
| Ohio | 40 | $63,300 | $96,780 | 3,260 |
| Oklahoma | 8 | $80,880 | $112,260 | 1,170 |
| Oregon | 11 | $77,990 | $105,310 | 1,920 |
| Pennsylvania | 19 | $76,070 | $99,930 | 3,470 |
| Puerto Rico | 12 | $44,590 | $75,390 | 660 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $98,600 | $128,280 | 290 |
| South Carolina | 12 | $73,450 | $107,590 | 2,060 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $58,340 | $85,510 | 200 |
| Tennessee | 12 | $63,750 | $96,100 | 1,820 |
| Texas | 43 | $74,050 | $105,560 | 8,960 |
| Utah | 4 | $72,670 | $104,830 | 1,420 |
| Vermont | 0 | $74,760 | $98,610 | 300 |
| Virginia | 37 | $79,540 | $123,610 | 4,670 |
| Washington | 21 | $93,930 | $127,020 | 2,540 |
| West Virginia | 9 | $85,440 | $111,690 | 300 |
| Wisconsin | 11 | $71,880 | $102,350 | 1,520 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $99,840 | $111,060 | 200 |
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FAQ
Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technician pay and training: quick answers
How much do electrical and electronic engineering technicians make?
As of the BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates, released 2026-05-15, electrical and electronic engineering technicians in the United States earned an average (mean) of $80,680 a year across all experience levels, with a median of $78,190; the entry-level / bottom 10% figure (10th percentile) was $49,510 and the top 10% earned more than $115,700.
What is entry-level pay for electrical and electronic engineering technicians?
BLS does not publish a starting wage. The closest federal figure is the 10th percentile, which we label entry-level / bottom 10%: $49,510 a year nationally in the BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates, released 2026-05-15. The median is $78,190.
Which states pay electrical and electronic engineering technicians the most?
By BLS average (mean) annual wage, the top states are District of Columbia ($100,550), Alaska ($96,490), Hawaii ($95,310), in the BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates, released 2026-05-15.
How many electrical engineering technician training programs are listed?
We list 662 in 47 states: 662 school programs from the NCES IPEDS 2023-24 completions file (5,552 graduates that year). Listings are matched from public files and are not endorsements.
How much does electrical engineering technician training cost?
For the 657 listed schools with published College Scorecard tuition and fees, the annual figure ranges from $964 to $50,445 (middle $4,902). Registered apprenticeships are usually paid jobs, and the DOL file does not list tuition.
Sources
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates, released 2026-05-15 (news release USDL-26-0725; data tables). Cross-checked against the BLS Public Data API on 2026-11-03.
- Occupation: O*NET OnLine, 17-3023.00 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians, retrieved 2026-11-03 (CC BY 4.0).
- Apprenticeship sponsors: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship: partner sponsors file, retrieved 2026-10-29 (Partner Finder).
- Schools & graduates: U.S. Department of Education, NCES IPEDS Completions 2023-24 (C2024_A) and Institutional Characteristics (HD2024), award year 2023-24, matched by 6-digit CIP code (completions file; CIP-SOC crosswalk).
- Tuition: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (Most Recent Cohorts: Institution + Field of Study), data updated 2026-10-15, matched by IPEDS unit ID (source).
Program listings are matched from public files by occupation code or organization name; they are not endorsements and we have not visited or tested any program. Confirm schedules, entry requirements and costs with the program. Compiled by the HighPayingTrades team; last refreshed 2026-11-03.