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 $61,610 per year ($29.62 per hour), up 18.6% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,380 at the 10th percentile to $110,720 at the 90th.
Virginia employs approximately 24,300 electricians statewide, up 31.8% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $60,790 | $29.23/hr | 6,260 | up 22.8% |
| Richmond | $60,200 | $28.94/hr | 3,300 | up 23.4% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
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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