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Electrician Jobs in Chicago, IL

Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.

Open Electrician Positions in Chicago

3 open electrician positions in the Chicago area.

Median Electrician Wage in Chicago, IL

The median annual wage for electricians in the Chicago metro area is $99,540, or about $47.86 per hour — up 16.7% from $85,260 in May 2019. Wages range from $50,310 at the 10th percentile to $120,770 at the 90th percentile.

The metro area employs approximately 16,690 electricians — down 13.9% from 19,390 in May 2019.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.

Illinois Licensing for Electricians

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