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Electricians Salaries
in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $29.52 – $32.47
Average Annual Pay
Range: $61,402 – $67,542
Salaries for Electricians near Durham-Chapel Hill
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Alabama, AL
$28.44
8.3%Lower than Electricians in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Alaska, AK
$42.16
36.0%Higher than Electricians in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Arizona, AZ
$31.06
0.2%Higher than Electricians in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Arkansas, AR
$26.68
13.9%Lower than Electricians in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
California, CA
$43.30
39.7%Higher than Electricians in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
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
$26.35/hr
Range: $25.09 - $27.60
Annual Rate
$54,801
Range: $52,192 - $57,411
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.00/hr
Range: $29.52 - $32.47
Annual Rate
$64,472
Range: $61,402 - $67,542
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.65/hr
Range: $33.95 - $37.34
Annual Rate
$74,143
Range: $70,612 - $77,673
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

