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 $55,690 per year ($26.78 per hour), up 19.5% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,640 at the 10th percentile to $78,230 at the 90th.
Alabama employs approximately 10,900 electricians statewide, up 9.1% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | $61,720 | $29.68/hr | 1,360 | up 24.1% |
| Huntsville | $58,500 | $28.13/hr | 1,030 | up 19.8% |
| Birmingham | $56,630 | $27.23/hr | 2,780 | up 23.6% |
| Montgomery | $49,910 | $23.99/hr | 760 | up 9.4% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
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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