Electrician Salary in Georgia
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Georgia Electrician Wages at a Glance
Georgia electricians earn a statewide median of $58,860 per year ($28.30 per hour), up 18.4% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,320 at the 10th percentile to $86,640 at the 90th.
Georgia employs approximately 20,740 electricians statewide, up 21.9% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $60,400 | $29.04/hr | 12,220 | up 14.4% |
| Augusta | $59,930 | $28.81/hr | 910 | up 34.9% |
| Savannah | $57,010 | $27.41/hr | 710 | up 19.5% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Georgia 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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