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Electricians is a notable career in the 47 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Electricians against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 47-2111 |
| title | Electricians |
| onet code | 47-2111.00 |
| description | Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems. |
| job zone | 3 |
| major group | 47 |
| tot emp | 742,580 |
| a mean | 69,630 |
| a median | 62,350 |
| a pct10 | 39,430 |
| a pct25 | 48,820 |
| a pct75 | 81,730 |
| a pct90 | 106,030 |
| h mean | 33 |
| h median | 29 |
The day-to-day work of a electricians typically centers on prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Troubleshooting, Repairing, and Critical Thinking. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.38 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working electricians, the most common entry qualification is a Post (61.7%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 0% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in Oregon at $97,320 and lowest in Arkansas at $49,420 — a 2.0× spread. The top five states (Oregon, Washington, Illinois, Hawaii, Massachusetts) average $91,106. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $97,320 | $91,950 | $51,740 | $120,880 | 9,830 |
| Washington | $96,530 | $93,840 | $54,800 | $133,310 | 18,380 |
| Illinois | $96,360 | $89,190 | $48,770 | $120,120 | 22,880 |
| Hawaii | $83,200 | $86,690 | $43,960 | $121,050 | 3,020 |
| Massachusetts | $82,120 | $82,140 | $47,280 | $122,990 | 16,570 |
| District of Columbia | $81,950 | $90,800 | $51,480 | $124,490 | 2,130 |
| Alaska | $81,860 | $83,520 | $49,820 | $114,480 | 1,820 |
| Minnesota | $81,430 | $83,030 | $47,470 | $114,300 | 12,970 |
| New York | $77,460 | $83,350 | $47,140 | $132,450 | 40,380 |
| Connecticut | $76,790 | $74,170 | $46,810 | $99,340 | 7,570 |
| California | $76,540 | $85,780 | $46,630 | $136,710 | 73,420 |
| Wisconsin | $75,090 | $72,760 | $46,140 | $99,160 | 12,630 |
| Wyoming | $73,450 | $72,260 | $47,960 | $105,350 | 2,710 |
| New Jersey | $73,090 | $80,090 | $38,470 | $129,190 | 15,230 |
| Michigan | $72,680 | $71,060 | $39,090 | $101,400 | 24,670 |
| Missouri | $70,950 | $71,230 | $39,240 | $101,620 | 12,660 |
| Rhode Island | $70,160 | $70,760 | $42,280 | $103,880 | 2,300 |
| Montana | $68,980 | $68,080 | $48,030 | $85,520 | 2,830 |
| Maine | $67,820 | $71,460 | $52,600 | $94,290 | 3,320 |
| North Dakota | $65,820 | $70,330 | $39,830 | $101,400 | 3,150 |
| Maryland | $65,650 | $72,390 | $44,480 | $108,460 | 14,750 |
| Indiana | $65,480 | $67,890 | $39,940 | $94,730 | 17,370 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,400 | $73,510 | $44,760 | $109,320 | 21,860 |
| Nevada | $64,950 | $72,120 | $45,180 | $114,380 | 8,570 |
| West Virginia | $63,850 | $65,890 | $38,340 | $88,960 | 4,010 |
| Ohio | $63,560 | $65,970 | $37,710 | $93,630 | 27,150 |
| Delaware | $62,970 | $67,900 | $38,730 | $105,110 | 2,220 |
| Iowa | $62,880 | $63,910 | $38,950 | $86,890 | 8,900 |
| Colorado | $62,090 | $64,620 | $42,360 | $90,120 | 17,140 |
| New Hampshire | $61,990 | $63,440 | $38,040 | $90,270 | 3,480 |
| Kansas | $61,830 | $65,470 | $37,890 | $94,400 | 5,640 |
| Virginia | $61,610 | $66,630 | $38,380 | $110,720 | 24,300 |
| Utah | $61,430 | $63,010 | $38,230 | $82,410 | 11,360 |
| Idaho | $60,670 | $62,180 | $38,220 | $89,890 | 5,380 |
| Oklahoma | $60,050 | $62,850 | $37,080 | $88,840 | 8,550 |
| Nebraska | $60,020 | $61,890 | $38,800 | $91,060 | 6,210 |
| Vermont | $59,670 | $61,220 | $39,130 | $79,450 | 1,410 |
| Louisiana | $59,590 | $59,530 | $38,530 | $77,900 | 10,810 |
| Kentucky | $59,490 | $60,660 | $37,130 | $82,890 | 10,320 |
| Arizona | $59,480 | $61,520 | $44,240 | $81,370 | 21,280 |
| Tennessee | $59,190 | $59,530 | $38,360 | $80,800 | 19,500 |
| Georgia | $58,860 | $61,590 | $37,320 | $86,640 | 20,740 |
| South Dakota | $58,550 | $57,660 | $41,450 | $77,980 | 2,790 |
| South Carolina | $58,260 | $58,420 | $39,910 | $76,230 | 7,830 |
| Mississippi | $57,300 | $54,810 | $36,850 | $72,520 | 5,650 |
| Texas | $56,920 | $57,250 | $37,170 | $78,100 | 71,880 |
| New Mexico | $56,890 | $59,420 | $36,590 | $84,460 | 5,090 |
| North Carolina | $54,070 | $55,370 | $38,700 | $72,170 | 23,660 |
| Florida | $53,100 | $55,490 | $37,890 | $71,920 | 47,980 |
| Alabama | $52,420 | $56,340 | $37,060 | $76,390 | 9,740 |
| Arkansas | $49,420 | $52,860 | $35,490 | $73,060 | 8,670 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for electricians. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Airport Electrician or Antenna Installer frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Electricians compares to others in the 47 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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