Electrician Salary in Alabama
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Alabama Electrician Wages at a Glance
Alabama electricians earn a statewide median of $52,420 per year ($25.20 per hour), up 13.3% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,060 at the 10th percentile to $76,390 at the 90th.
Alabama employs approximately 9,740 electricians statewide, down 0.2% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | $61,120 | $29.39/hr | 1,250 | up 28.2% |
| Huntsville | $56,230 | $27.03/hr | 840 | up 13.0% |
| Birmingham | $53,780 | $25.85/hr | 2,480 | up 15.3% |
| Montgomery | $49,750 | $23.92/hr | 690 | up 14.8% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Alabama Electrician Apprenticeships
Most electricians enter the field through a registered apprenticeship: typically 4 to 5 years of paid on-the-job training combined with classroom hours.
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