Electrician Salary in Utah
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Utah Electrician Wages at a Glance
Utah electricians earn a statewide median of $62,000 per year ($29.81 per hour), up 26.7% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $39,940 at the 10th percentile to $89,110 at the 90th.
Utah employs approximately 11,450 electricians statewide, up 10.4% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | $62,620 | $30.11/hr | 5,710 | up 14.1% |
| Ogden | $62,030 | $29.82/hr | 1,670 | up 22.4% |
| Provo | $60,860 | $29.26/hr | 2,080 | up 105.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Utah 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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