Trades & Labor Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Electrician Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median electrician salary in Birmingham, AL is $54,216 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$54,216
vs State Avg
+$1,807
vs National
$-6,024
Cost of Living
90%

Electrician Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level electrician earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,500
$-3,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$55,800
$-6,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$85,500
$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $33,660
25th Percentile $41,940
Median (50th) $54,216
75th Percentile $71,460
90th Percentile $90,180

Electrician Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$55,421
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$53,011
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$51,806
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$51,204
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Electrician in Birmingham

Education

Most electrician positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Electrical SystemsBlueprint ReadingNEC CodeTroubleshootingSafety ProtocolsPower Tools

Job Outlook

Nationally, electrician employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.