Trades

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

Below national median; evaluate local demand

Top Paying State

Oregon

Coverage: 50 states

Best StatesWeighted score Highest PayingAnnual median salary Fastest LicenseShortest typical licensing path Lowest CostLowest parsed initial licensing fee

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Top Paying State

Oregon

$97,320 / yr

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Rank #2

Washington

$96,530 / yr

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Rank #3

Illinois

$96,360 / yr

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State	Median Salary	License Type	Education Required	Est. Timeline	Action
OR OregonCompact: No	$97,320Avg. Growth	Preliminary/temporary license	Varies by state board	Varies by board	Details
WA WashingtonCompact: Yes	$96,530Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	Specific course required	Varies by board	Details
IL IllinoisCompact: Yes	$96,360Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	No educational requirements	Varies by board	Details
HI HawaiiCompact: Pending	$83,200Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	Degree required	Varies by board	Details
MA MassachusettsCompact: Yes	$82,120Avg. Growth	Stand-alone license	No educational requirements	Varies by board	Details
AK AlaskaCompact: No	$81,860Avg. Growth	Register with licensing agency	Varies by state board	Varies by board	Details