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Electrician Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median electrician salary in Aurora, IL is $57,228 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$57,228
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,012
Cost of Living
95%

Electrician Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level electrician earns around $33,250, while experienced professionals earn up to $90,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,250
$-1,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$58,900
$-3,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$90,250
$-4,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $35,530
25th Percentile $44,270
Median (50th) $57,228
75th Percentile $75,430
90th Percentile $95,190

Electrician Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$65,059
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$64,457
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$51,204
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$49,397
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Electrician in Aurora

Education

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