Trades & Labor Pennsylvania (PA) Rank #25 of 50

Electrician Salary in Pennsylvania

The median electrician salary in Pennsylvania is $57,830 per year, which is 4% below the national median of $60,240.

Median Salary
$57,830
vs National
$-2,410
State Rank
#25 of 50
Cost of Living
96%

Electrician Salary in Pennsylvania by Experience

In Pennsylvania, an entry-level electrician earns around $33,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $91,200 per year. The cost of living index in Pennsylvania is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,600
$-1,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$59,520
$-2,480 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$91,200
$-3,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pennsylvania

Percentile PA Salary
10th Percentile $35,904
25th Percentile $44,736
Median (50th) $57,830
75th Percentile $76,224
90th Percentile $96,192

Major Cities for Electricians in Pennsylvania

The largest employment areas for electricians in Pennsylvania include Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Reading. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Philadelphia, PA
Metro area for electrician employment
Pittsburgh, PA
Metro area for electrician employment
Allentown, PA
Metro area for electrician employment
Reading, PA
Metro area for electrician employment
Erie, PA
Metro area for electrician employment

How to Become a Electrician in Pennsylvania

Education

Most electrician positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Pennsylvania has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Electrical SystemsBlueprint ReadingNEC CodeTroubleshootingSafety ProtocolsPower Tools

Job Outlook in Pennsylvania

Nationally, electrician employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Pennsylvania's demand may vary based on local industry trends.