Electricians Salary in California
Electricians in California earn a median of $76,160 a year, +21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $76,160
- vs. U.S. median
- +21% ($63,190)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 73,310
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,800; the top 10% earn over $140,340. Nationally the range is $42,640 to $108,510.
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Electricians pay in California
How much do electricians make in California?
The median is $76,160 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,800 and the top 10% earn over $140,340. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for electricians?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 51 (+21% vs. the national median of $63,190). Living costs are not included.