Electrician Salary in Virginia
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Virginia Electrician Wages at a Glance
Virginia electricians earn a statewide median of $62,900 per year ($30.24 per hour), up 16.5% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $40,780 at the 10th percentile to $105,720 at the 90th.
Virginia employs approximately 23,630 electricians statewide, up 28.0% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $62,350 | $29.98/hr | 5,740 | up 22.3% |
| Richmond | $61,350 | $29.50/hr | 3,600 | up 17.6% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Virginia 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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