Become an electrician: training, licensing and pay in every state

51 states and territories with listed schools or apprenticeships, and licensing pages for 52, each checked against official sources.

Median pay $63,190 a year 81,000 openings a year 9.5% growth over 10 years Highest median: Oregon $101,310 Sources: 2025 wages; 2024–2034 projections

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