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Job outlook for wire communications engineers in the United States
Are wire communications engineer jobs in demand?
Wire communications engineer job and salary trends over time
Wire communications engineer jobs over time
Wire communications engineer job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 95 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 94 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 95 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 95 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 93 | 0.00% |
Average wire communications engineer salary over time
Wire communications engineer salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $76,457 | $36.76 | +2.3% |
| 2025 | $74,713 | $35.92 | +2.0% |
| 2024 | $73,280 | $35.23 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | $72,082 | $34.65 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | $71,438 | $34.35 | +1.3% |
Wire communications engineer jobs by state
Most common states for wire communications engineers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 238 | 34% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 132 | 14% |
| 3 | Vermont | 623,657 | 80 | 13% |
| 4 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 75 | 10% |
| 5 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 58 | 10% |
| 6 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 76 | 9% |
| 7 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 683 | 8% |
| 8 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 518 | 8% |
| 9 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 102 | 8% |
| 10 | Alaska | 739,795 | 61 | 8% |
| 11 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 442 | 7% |
| 12 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 91 | 7% |
| 13 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 71 | 7% |
| 14 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 467 | 6% |
| 15 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 198 | 6% |
| 16 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 120 | 6% |
| 17 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 110 | 6% |
| 18 | Hawaii | 1,427,538 | 79 | 6% |
| 19 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 66 | 6% |
| 20 | California | 39,536,653 | 1,792 | 5% |
Most common cities for wire communications engineers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fremont | 1 | 0% | $95,574 |
Wire Communications Engineer job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of wire communications engineer experts
University of Indianapolis
Dr. Katie Greenan Ph.D.
Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Indianapolis
Department of Communication
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Wire Communications Engineer job market given the pandemic?
Dr. Katie Greenan Ph.D.: Research shows the job market continuing to shrink. Remote work will continue to normalize beyond the pandemic. The technology field was vast prior to the pandemic and will be even larger post pandemic. The same is true for the healthcare industry. What they have in common is communication, and communication never goes out of style. In order to succeed in any career - to keep a job - an individual must know how to write, speak, listen, and get along with others whether face-to-face or virtually.
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Wire Communications Engineers?
Dr. Katie Greenan Ph.D.: Enrolling in an online public speaking course is practical since much of our work is virtual. It's important to practice delivery skills via technology and learn how to gesture effectively from the waist up, provide eye contact to connect with the audience, and position the camera and lighting. Companies can bring in consultants to train employees. This course would benefit every professional across all industries. It would also be valuable to recent graduates interviewing for jobs.