Electrician Salary in Puerto Rico
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Puerto Rico Electrician Wages at a Glance
Puerto Rico electricians earn a statewide median of $37,440 per year ($18.00 per hour), up 52.1% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $27,840 at the 10th percentile to $58,870 at the 90th.
Puerto Rico employs approximately 1,740 electricians statewide, up 10.1% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan | $35,470 | $17.05/hr | 1,320 | up 43.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Puerto Rico 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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