Electrician Salary Guide 2024: How Much Do Electricians Make?
Explore state-by-state pay rates, career paths, and training programs
National Average
$69,630/year
Based on May 2024 BLS data
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Electrician Market Insights
Salary trends, demand growth, and regional patterns based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data
Salary Growth
Electrician wages have grown 0.0% over the past 5 years, outpacing general wage growth.
0.0%
5-year increase
Demand Hotspot
The Southwest region is experiencing the fastest growth with 9.2% projected increase through 2032.
Southwest
9.2% growth
Job Openings
Over 0k electricians are employed nationwide, with strong demand in high-paying states.
0k+
Total electricians
5-Year Salary Trend
↑ 0.0% increase from 2024 to 2024
Regional Job Growth
Projected growth rate by region (2022-2032)
National average: ~6% growth | Source: BLS Employment Projections
Top Paying States
These states offer the highest average salaries for electricians. View all states for complete comparison.
All data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. Growth projections based on BLS Employment Projections (2022-2032).
Electrician Salary Trends (5 Years)
Salary growth over the past 5 years: +0.0%
* Data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES (Occupational Employment Statistics)
Highest Paying States for Electricians
* Rankings based on May 2024 data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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How We Calculate These Numbers
All salary data on this site is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program. This is the most comprehensive and reliable source of wage data in the United States.
The BLS collects data from over 1 million establishments covering all industries and geographic areas. Data reflects median wages for electricians (SOC code 47-2111) across all 50 states, updated annually every May.
We present this data in an easy-to-understand format, showing:
- Median (typical) salary: The middle point where half earn more and half earn less
- Salary ranges: From entry-level (10th percentile) to experienced (90th percentile)
- State comparisons: How each state compares to the national average
- Historical trends: How electrician wages have changed over time
Last updated: May 2024 | Data source: BLS OEWS Survey |View official BLS data