Electricians

Occupation

$62,350

National Median Salary

$29.98

Median Hourly Wage

742,580

Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$39,430

$48,820

$62,350

$81,730

$106,030

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+22.0%

10 Year Change

$51,110

2014 Median

$62,350

2024 Median

Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Electricians

Industry	Annual Median	Employment
Natural Gas Distribution	$132,130	590
Hydroelectric Power Generation	$129,580	110
Other Support Services	$123,950	680
Nuclear Electric Power Generation	$108,300	670
Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation	$106,010	1,360

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Top Paying States for Electricians

State	Annual Median	Employment
Oregon	$97,320	9,830
Washington	$96,530	18,380
Illinois	$96,360	22,880
Hawaii	$83,200	3,020
Massachusetts	$82,120	16,570

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