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 $33,370 per year ($16.04 per hour), up 37.4% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $23,510 at the 10th percentile to $59,790 at the 90th.
Puerto Rico employs approximately 1,510 electricians statewide, down 7.9% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan | $32,540 | $15.64/hr | 1,140 | up 30.4% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
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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