Electricians Salary (2025)
Based on 757,220 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $42,640 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $49,430 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $63,190 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $83,940 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $108,510 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$43K
25th
$49K
Median
$63K
75th
$84K
90th
$109K
Highest Paying States for Electricians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Oregon | $99,750 |
| Washington | $94,470 |
| Hawaii | $92,870 |
| Illinois | $92,230 |
| Alaska | $90,040 |
| District of Columbia | $88,860 |
| New Jersey | $86,700 |
| California | $85,860 |
| New York | $84,860 |
| Massachusetts | $81,560 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Electricians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Oregon at an average of $99,750 per year, while Massachusetts has an average of $81,560 — a difference of $18,190. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Electricians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 757,220 workers were employed as Electricianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $71,490 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-2111