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Electricians Salaries
in Kentucky, KY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $29.17 – $32.09
Average Annual Pay
Range: $60,674 – $66,741
Salaries for Electricians near Kentucky
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Alabama, AL
$28.44
7.1%Lower than Electricians in Kentucky, KY
Alaska, AK
$42.16
37.6%Higher than Electricians in Kentucky, KY
Arizona, AZ
$31.06
1.4%Higher than Electricians in Kentucky, KY
Arkansas, AR
$26.68
12.9%Lower than Electricians in Kentucky, KY
California, CA
$43.30
41.4%Higher than Electricians in Kentucky, KY
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
$26.04/hr
Range: $24.79 - $27.28
Annual Rate
$54,151
Range: $51,573 - $56,730
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.63/hr
Range: $29.17 - $32.09
Annual Rate
$63,707
Range: $60,674 - $66,741
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.22/hr
Range: $33.55 - $36.90
Annual Rate
$73,263
Range: $69,775 - $76,752
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

