Compare Electrician Salaries by State

Make informed career decisions with real data. Compare up to 3 states side-by-side to see salary differences, cost of living adjustments, and estimated take-home pay.

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Understanding the Comparison Metrics

Annual Mean Salary

The average gross annual salary for electricians in each state, based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This is your salary before any deductions or cost of living adjustments.

Cost of Living Adjusted

Salary normalized by the state's cost of living index. A higher COL-adjusted salary means better purchasing power. For example, $60,000 in Texas (low COL) may provide more purchasing power than $80,000 in California (high COL).

Net Income After Tax

Your estimated take-home pay after federal income tax (22%) and state income tax. States with no income tax (like Texas, Florida, Nevada) will show higher net income compared to high-tax states (like California, New York).

How to Use This Tool

  1. Select up to 3 states you're considering for your career
  2. Review the comparison chart showing raw salary, COL-adjusted salary, and net income
  3. Examine detailed metrics for each state including tax rates and cost of living index
  4. Share your comparison using the unique URL generated
  5. Use this data to negotiate salaries or plan your career move

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