FY 2025-2026 Data

Electrical Engineers Salary in Ames, IA, IA

Official H1B prevailing wage data for Electrical Engineers (SOC 17-2071) in the Ames, IA metropolitan area.

Median Annual Wage (L2)
$97,406

Most common H1B wage level

Entry Level (L1)
$78,458

For junior positions

Location Tier
Tier 3

Standard Metro Area

Detailed Wage Levels
Breakdown of hourly and annual prevailing wages for all experience levels.
LevelExperienceHourly RateAnnual Salary
Level 1Entry Level$37.72/hr$78,458
Level 2Qualified$46.83/hr$97,406
Level 3Experienced$55.94/hr$116,355
Level 4Fully Competent$65.05/hr$135,304

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