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Electricians Salaries
in Illinois, IL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $42.88 – $47.17
Average Annual Pay
Range: $89,190 – $98,109
Salaries for Electricians near Illinois
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$28.44
36.8%Lower than Electricians in Illinois, IL
Alaska, AK
$42.16
6.4%Lower than Electricians in Illinois, IL
Arizona, AZ
$31.06
31.0%Lower than Electricians in Illinois, IL
Arkansas, AR
$26.68
40.7%Lower than Electricians in Illinois, IL
California, CA
$43.30
3.8%Lower than Electricians in Illinois, 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
$38.27/hr
Range: $36.45 - $40.09
Annual Rate
$79,603
Range: $75,812 - $83,393
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.02/hr
Range: $42.88 - $47.17
Annual Rate
$93,650
Range: $89,190 - $98,109
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$51.77/hr
Range: $49.31 - $54.25
Annual Rate
$107,697
Range: $102,568 - $112,825
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

