Electricians pay in Tucson
In Tucson (AZ), the median pay for electricians is $28.60 an hour ($59,480 a year). About 1,340 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($63,190). It is 3% lower than the Arizona median ($61,060).
Pay range for electricians in Tucson (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.76 | $45,260 |
| 25% of workers | $22.34 | $46,470 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.60 | $59,480 |
| 75% of workers | $35.30 | $73,420 |
| 90% of workers | $44.68 | $92,930 |
Electricians pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff | $61,330 | 250 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $61,210 | 17,240 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $60,380 | 330 |
| Tucson (this page) | $59,480 | 1,340 |
| Yuma | $58,830 | 340 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $57,960 | 150 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $54,220 | 390 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for electricians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +9.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 72,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tucson (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $59,070 |
| Construction Laborers | $45,060 |
| Carpenters | $49,110 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $58,100 |
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