Electricians pay in Madison
In Madison (WI), the median pay for electricians is $37.71 an hour ($78,430 a year). About 1,760 people work in this job there.
That is 24% higher than the U.S. median ($63,190). It is 2% higher than the Wisconsin median ($76,540).
Pay range for electricians in Madison (WI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.66 | $45,050 |
| 25% of workers | $27.92 | $58,070 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.71 | $78,430 |
| 75% of workers | $48.32 | $100,510 |
| 90% of workers | $49.45 | $102,860 |
Electricians pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $82,510 | 350 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $82,170 | 560 |
| Sheboygan | $78,880 | 370 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $78,760 | 320 |
| Wausau | $78,680 | 480 |
| Madison (this page) | $78,430 | 1,760 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $77,800 | 4,490 |
| Green Bay | $77,260 | 910 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $77,080 | 810 |
| Fond du Lac | $77,060 | 170 |
| Eau Claire | $75,380 | 350 |
| Kenosha | $74,970 | 120 |
| Appleton | $66,830 | 810 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Madison (WI)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $85,160 |
| Construction Laborers | $57,000 |
| Carpenters | $63,480 |
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