Electricians Salary in Champaign, IL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Champaign-Urbana, IL

Median annual salary $91,390 +46.6% vs national
Median hourly $43.94
10th percentile $45,390
90th percentile $102,920
Employed locally 450
National median $62,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,390
    25th
    $61,070
    50th (median)
    $91,390
    75th
    $102,920
    90th
    $102,920

    Champaign economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $64,558 2023 • Census ACS
    Electricians salary vs area income 142% Median Electricians salary is 42% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Electricians make per hour in Champaign?

    The median hourly wage for Electricians in Champaign, IL is $43.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.82 or more per hour.

    Is Champaign above or below average for Electricians salaries?

    The median Electricians salary in Champaign, IL is 46.6% above the national median of $62,350. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Electricians in Champaign?

    Entry-level Electricians (10th percentile) earn around $45,390 per year in Champaign, IL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,070.