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Electrician Salary in Sacramento, California

The median electrician salary in Sacramento, CA is $74,095 per year, which is 23.0% above the national median and 14% below the California state average.

City Median
$74,095
vs State Avg
$-12,048
vs National
+$13,855
Cost of Living
118%

Electrician Salary in Sacramento by Experience

In Sacramento, an entry-level electrician earns around $43,050, while experienced professionals earn up to $116,850 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$43,050
+$8,050 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$76,260
+$14,260 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$116,850
+$21,850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Sacramento, CA

Percentile Sacramento
10th Percentile $46,002
25th Percentile $57,318
Median (50th) $74,095
75th Percentile $97,662
90th Percentile $123,246

Electrician Salary in Other California Cities

How to Become a Electrician in Sacramento

Education

Most electrician positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Sacramento and the surrounding California 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 Sacramento may vary based on local industry and population growth.