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Electrical Engineer Salary in Memphis, Tennessee

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$85,852/ year

Median Electrical Engineer in Memphis, TN

$51,808
10th
$63,180
25th
$85,852
Median
$110,970
75th
$135,383
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$85,852
Total compensation (est.)
$98,730
Bonus range
$3,900 – $16,440
Mean salary
$91,003

How This Compares

Memphis, TN median
$85,852
Tennessee median
$108,110-20.6%
National median
$105,990-19.0%

Cost of living in Memphis is 19% below the national average. Salary of $85,852 here is equivalent to $105,990 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$61,813-28.0%
3-5 years
$78,125-9.0%
6-10 years
$96,154+12.0%
10+ years
$118,476+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$75,550-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$85,852
Enterprise (5,000+)
$101,305+18.0%

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Electrical Engineer Salaries in Nearby Cities

Nashville, TN$111,290/yr
Knoxville, TN$105,990/yr
Chattanooga, TN$105,990/yr
Clarksville, TN$105,990/yr

Related Jobs in Memphis

Electrician$49,888/yr
Plumber$49,856/yr
HVAC Technician$46,413/yr
Carpenter$45,838/yr
Welder$38,078/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$41/hr
Monthly gross$7,154/mo
25th percentile$63,180/yr
75th percentile$110,970/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Tennessee Unemployment

Dec 2025

3.6%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Electrical Engineer salary in Memphis?

The median Electrical Engineer salary in Memphis is $85,852 per year, with a range from $63,180 at the 25th percentile to $110,970 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Electrical Engineer pay in Memphis compare to the national average?

Electrical Engineer salaries in Memphis are 19% below the national median of $105,990. After adjusting for Memphis's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $105,990 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Electrical Engineer salaries in Memphis?

In Memphis, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Electrical Engineer roles start around $51,808, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $135,383 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Memphis a good place for Electrical Engineer jobs?

Memphis offers a Electrical Engineer median of $85,852, which is 19% below the US median of $105,990. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Memphis is 19% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Electrical Engineer salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Electrical Engineer in Memphis is $110,970, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.