Electrician Salary in Illinois
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Illinois Electrician Wages at a Glance
Illinois electricians earn a statewide median of $96,360 per year ($46.33 per hour), up 18.3% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $48,770 at the 10th percentile to $120,120 at the 90th.
Illinois employs approximately 22,880 electricians statewide, down 9.9% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $99,540 | $47.86/hr | 16,690 | up 16.7% |
| Peoria | $87,730 | $42.18/hr | 820 | up 25.3% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Illinois 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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