Electrician Salary in Maine
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Maine Electrician Wages at a Glance
Maine electricians earn a statewide median of $67,820 per year ($32.61 per hour), up 22.5% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $52,600 at the 10th percentile to $94,290 at the 90th.
Maine employs approximately 3,320 electricians statewide, up 17.3% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $65,640 | $31.56/hr | 1,730 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Maine 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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