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Electricians Salaries
in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $44.39 – $48.83
Average Annual Pay
Range: $92,331 – $101,564
Salaries for Electricians near Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN
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Alabama, AL
$28.44
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Alaska, AK
$42.16
9.5%Lower than Electricians in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
Arizona, AZ
$31.06
33.4%Lower than Electricians in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
Arkansas, AR
$26.68
42.8%Lower than Electricians in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
California, CA
$43.30
7.1%Lower than Electricians in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, IL
How much do Electricians make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$39.62/hr
Range: $37.73 - $41.51
Annual Rate
$82,406
Range: $78,481 - $86,329
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$46.61/hr
Range: $44.39 - $48.83
Annual Rate
$96,948
Range: $92,331 - $101,564
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$53.60/hr
Range: $51.05 - $56.15
Annual Rate
$111,490
Range: $106,181 - $116,799
Electricians job description
Electricians professionals are skilled tradespeople who build, maintain, and repair structures and infrastructure. They work on residential, commercial, and industrial projects using specialized tools and techniques.
- •Read and interpret blueprints and plans
- •Operate tools and equipment safely
- •Install, repair, or construct structures
- •Follow building codes and regulations
- •Maintain a safe work environment
- •Collaborate with other trades
- •Technical trade skills
- •Physical strength and stamina
- •Blueprint reading
- •Safety awareness
- •Problem-solving
- •Hand-eye coordination
- •Trade certification or apprenticeship
- •Valid driver's license
- •OSHA training preferred
- •Ability to work at heights and outdoors
