How much does an electrician make?

 

According to median data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), electricians earn an average of $27.36 per hour and $56,000 per year.

The employment of electricians is expected to grow faster than most other occupations between 2019 and 2029.

This is an average indicator, not an actual salary range, so you may find electrician salaries above and below the above figures.

 

What an electrician does

 

Electricians work full time to install, service, and repair a variety of electrical systems, motors, communication equipment, HVACR systems, lighting systems, and control units in residential and commercial settings. They work both indoors and outdoors, depending on the site involved and the type of installation or maintenance work.

 

As an electrician, you are responsible for：：

1. Reading structural blueprints and technical diagrams
2. Planning the layout of electrical wiring for new buildings
3. Inspecting electrical components (such as circuit breakers and transformers)
4. Using test equipment to identify common electrical problems
5. Solving problems using a variety of tools (such as benders, screwdrivers, and drills)
6. Use tools such as ammeters, thermal scanners, cable testers, and voltmeters
7. Repair, maintain, and replace wiring and components
8. Comply with building codes under the National Electrical Code

 

Where can electricians make the most money?

 

As mentioned above, the demand in the job market is promising for electricians. However, companies and employers in different states and cities offer different salaries. The following are the highest paying states for electricians (state - hourly wage - annual salary).

• Illinois - $39.25 - $81,650
• New York - $39.11 - $81,340
• Hawaii - $38.12 - $79,280
• District of Columbia - $38.00 - $79,030
• Oregon - $36.56 - $76,040

Rhode Island, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Connecticut are also promising states for electricians.

 

Let's take a quick look at the electrician salary data for each city. The following ten cities and metropolitan areas have proven to be the most lucrative in terms of average hourly wages.

• San Francisco/Oakland/Hayward, CA - $51.29 - $106,680
• Trenton, New Jersey $43.37 - $90,210
• Kankakee, Illinois - $42.56 - $88,530
• Mount Vernon/Anacortes, WA - $42.22 - $87,820
• San Jose/Sunnyvale/Santa Clara, CA - $41.61 - $86,550
• Merced, CA - $41.23 - $85,760
• Syracuse, NY - $40.64 - $84,520
• Illinois/Indiana/Wisconsin Chicago/Nephewville/Elgin - $40.50 - $84,230
• New York/Newark/ Jersey City, NY/NJ/PA - $40.48 - $84,190
• Carbondale-Marion, IL - $40.17 - $83,550

 

What employment opportunities do electricians enjoy?

 

Electricians usually start as apprentices before moving on to full-time work. Electricians with the right experience can find jobs with construction engineers, architects, and construction management firms, helping to design and develop electrical systems for a variety of residential and commercial buildings.

You can also become an independent consultant or electrical contractor on construction projects, or work hand-in-hand with elevator installers and HVACR specialists.

If you work for a larger company, you'll be part of a team, performing daily tasks at various job sites and supervising assistants and apprentices to get the job done.

 

Types of electrician jobs

 

When choosing a specialty, you'll need to choose between becoming a low-voltage electrician or a high-voltage electrician.

 

Low Voltage Electrician

 

Low-voltage technicians install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot low-voltage electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings (homes, office buildings, complexes, factories, etc.).

Low voltage technicians are in high demand because electrical wiring and systems are the lifeblood of any building from a safety and functional standpoint.

 

Some popular types of low-voltage electricians include：

Residential electricians - they work with electrical systems within homes (houses, apartments, condos, etc.), including lighting and HVACR systems.

Commercial electricians - they work in commercial buildings (offices and hotels) and install electrical circuits, security systems, and HVAC systems.

Installation electricians - they set up electrical equipment and wiring for systems in residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Construction Electricians - They perform electrical work in new construction. Construction electricians must have a thorough understanding of state and local building codes and safety procedures.

Automotive Electricians - They install and maintain electrical systems in automobiles and use automotive concepts such as automotive diagnostic and performance electronics.

 

High Voltage Electrician

 

High voltage electricians maintain underground, overhead, power plants, and other central electrical systems with a charge of more than 600 volts

 

You will find the following positions under the high voltage umbrella.

Industrial Electricians - They work on large projects in industrial facilities such as factories, manufacturing facilities, and power plants using large machinery and complex computer systems.

Maintenance Electricians - They install, maintain, repair, replace, and regularly inspect electrical systems and equipment in manufacturing plants.

Highway System Electricians - They install, maintain, and upgrade the electrical infrastructure on roadways to ensure a safe and sustainable transportation system. This includes traffic signals, street lights, digital signage, etc.

 

Other electrician jobs include electrical systems technician, relay technician, electrical research technician, electromechanical technician, and controls engineer.

 

Looking to the prospects of the field

 

State and national average wage statistics, as well as the growing demand for highly skilled and qualified electricians in each state, are excellent indicators of what you can expect from a career in this industry.

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