Electricians pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for electricians is $50.53 an hour ($105,090 a year). About 7,340 people work in this job there.
That is 66% higher than the U.S. median ($63,190). It is 4% higher than the Oregon median ($101,310).
Pay range for electricians in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.02 | $60,360 |
| 25% of workers | $37.95 | $78,930 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.53 | $105,090 |
| 75% of workers | $60.26 | $125,330 |
| 90% of workers | $64.61 | $134,380 |
Electricians pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $105,090 | 7,340 |
| Albany | $100,230 | 440 |
| Corvallis | $99,880 | 80 |
| Bend | $99,200 | 610 |
| Salem | $98,850 | 1,000 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $94,680 | 750 |
| Medford | $92,410 | 500 |
| Grants Pass | $88,140 | 60 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $101,010 |
| Carpenters | $73,710 |
| Construction Laborers | $54,240 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $53,280 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $79,040 |
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