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Electricians Salaries
in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, VA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $29.26 – $32.19
Average Annual Pay
Range: $60,861 – $66,947
Salaries for Electricians near Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC
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$28.44
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Alaska, AK
$42.16
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Arizona, AZ
$31.06
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Arkansas, AR
$26.68
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California, CA
$43.30
41.0%Higher than Electricians in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, VA
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
$26.11/hr
Range: $24.87 - $27.36
Annual Rate
$54,318
Range: $51,732 - $56,905
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.72/hr
Range: $29.26 - $32.19
Annual Rate
$63,904
Range: $60,861 - $66,947
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.33/hr
Range: $33.65 - $37.02
Annual Rate
$73,490
Range: $69,990 - $76,989
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
