How to become electricianseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$63,190
25th–75th pct. $49,430–$83,940
Top pay (est.)
$141,100
Top 10% $108,510
Pay in 5 years
$75,000est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$89,100est.
$76,700–$103,500
Outlook score
78/100
★★★★☆ Good
AI replacement risk
7%
Very low
Job growth (10 yr)
+9.2%
73K openings / yr
How to become electricians
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Apprenticeship
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Electricians
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Handling and Moving ObjectsPerforming General Physical ActivitiesOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesCoordinating the Work and Activities of OthersUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Important abilities
Near VisionVisualizationOral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningVisual Color DiscriminationOral Expression
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★☆☆ Moderate (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as electricians
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.