Electricians Salary in District of Columbia
Electricians in District of Columbia earn a median of $78,970 a year, +25% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,970
- vs. U.S. median
- +25% ($63,190)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,440
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,950; the top 10% earn over $125,790. Nationally the range is $42,640 to $108,510.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$101,020 median in District of Columbia
- Helpers--Electricians$48,300 median in District of Columbia
- Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers$101,240 median in District of Columbia
- Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$84,390 median in District of Columbia
Electricians pay in District of Columbia
How much do electricians make in District of Columbia?
The median is $78,970 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,950 and the top 10% earn over $125,790. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for electricians?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 51 (+25% vs. the national median of $63,190). Living costs are not included.