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Electrician

A comprehensive guide to Electrician licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$66,906 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

Oregon

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
OR
OregonCompact: No
97,320Avg. Growth
Preliminary/temporary licenseVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: Yes
96,530Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails
IL
IllinoisCompact: Yes
96,360Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseNo educational requirements6-24 monthsDetails
HI
HawaiiCompact: Pending
83,200Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Yes
82,120Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseNo educational requirements6-24 monthsDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: No
81,860Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states