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 $59,490 per year ($28.60 per hour), up 14.4% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,130 at the 10th percentile to $82,890 at the 90th.
Kentucky employs approximately 10,320 electricians statewide, up 4.5% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $61,890 | $29.75/hr | 3,870 | up 7.8% |
| Lexington | $58,530 | $28.14/hr | 1,290 | up 18.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
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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