Electrician Salary in Kentucky
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Kentucky Electrician Wages at a Glance
Kentucky electricians earn a statewide median of $59,720 per year ($28.71 per hour), up 17.1% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,110 at the 10th percentile to $85,260 at the 90th.
Kentucky employs approximately 11,030 electricians statewide, up 14.8% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $62,440 | $30.02/hr | 4,340 | up 3.3% |
| Lexington | $57,320 | $27.56/hr | 1,500 | up 15.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Kentucky 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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