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 $99,560 per year ($47.87 per hour), up 18.6% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $49,240 at the 10th percentile to $123,660 at the 90th.
Illinois employs approximately 23,120 electricians statewide, down 1.2% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $102,350 | $49.21/hr | 17,720 | up 16.8% |
| Peoria | $80,460 | $38.68/hr | 880 | up 11.0% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
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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