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 $58,320 per year ($28.04 per hour), up 6.8% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,180 at the 10th percentile to $84,000 at the 90th.
Georgia employs approximately 21,650 electricians statewide, up 30.5% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta | $59,660 | $28.69/hr | 860 | up 3.0% |
| Atlanta | $58,650 | $28.20/hr | 13,430 | up 1.6% |
| Savannah | $58,430 | $28.09/hr | 650 | up 10.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
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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