Do electricians make six figures?
Some do. The top 10% of electricians earn more than $108,510 a year, or $52.17 an hour, according to BLS data for May 2025. That figure counts base pay only. BLS wage estimates leave out overtime pay, so electricians with steady overtime can pass six figures on a lower base rate.
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Can electricians make $100K a year?
Yes, but it sits at the top of the range. The BLS puts the national median electrician wage at $63,190 for May 2025, and the top 10% earn more than $108,510 in base pay. Reaching six figures usually takes overtime, travel work, or a step up to a master license or supervisor role.
Do electricians make six figures?
Some do. The top 10% of electricians earn more than $108,510 a year, or $52.17 an hour, according to BLS data for May 2025. That figure counts base pay only. BLS wage estimates leave out overtime pay, so electricians with steady overtime can pass six figures on a lower base rate.
What state pays electricians the most?
Oregon pays electricians the most, with a median annual wage of $101,310 in May 2025, according to the BLS. Illinois ($99,560), Hawaii ($96,460), Washington ($95,220) and Alaska ($89,440) round out the top five.
How many hours does an electrician need to work to make $100K?
At $48.08 an hour, a 40-hour week for 52 weeks gets you to $100,000. At $35 an hour with time and one-half for overtime, it takes about 50 hours a week all year. At the national median of $30.38 an hour, it takes about 56 hours a week, every week.
Do master electricians make $100K a year?
Some do, but the BLS doesn't publish a separate wage for master electricians, since it counts all electricians in one group. A master license opens the door to supervisor roles and running your own shop. First-line construction supervisors earn a median of $79,920 a year, and the top quarter earn more than $101,460, according to BLS 2025 wage data on O*NET.
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Can Electricians Make $100K a Year?
