Electrician Salary in Missouri
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Missouri Electrician Wages at a Glance
Missouri electricians earn a statewide median of $65,410 per year ($31.45 per hour), up 4.2% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $43,860 at the 10th percentile to $104,060 at the 90th.
Missouri employs approximately 12,780 electricians statewide, up 8.7% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $77,170 | $37.10/hr | 5,920 | up 5.1% |
| Kansas City | $76,860 | $36.95/hr | 5,400 | up 29.6% |
| Springfield | $56,590 | $27.21/hr | 1,040 | down 2.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Missouri 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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