Helpers--Electricians pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for helpers--electricians is $21.42 an hour ($44,550 a year). About 1,670 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($42,670). New Jersey ranks 17th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for helpers--electricians in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.99 | $35,350 |
| 25% of workers | $18.21 | $37,870 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.42 | $44,550 |
| 75% of workers | $23.16 | $48,170 |
| 90% of workers | $24.02 | $49,960 |
Helpers--Electricians pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $44,950 | 50 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $43,400 | 140 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for helpers--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: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.6% over ten years, little or no change · about 6,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Electricians | $77,250 |
| Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers | $41,230 |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | $121,580 |
| Helpers--Carpenters | $44,040 |
| Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $44,360 |
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