Electricians Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,420 +25.8% vs national
Median hourly $37.70
10th percentile $48,660
90th percentile $119,740
Employed locally 690
National median $62,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,660
    25th
    $59,960
    50th (median)
    $78,420
    75th
    $98,410
    90th
    $119,740

    Top-paying metros for Electricians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $108,740
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $103,270
    Decatur, IL $102,960
    Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA $102,160
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $102,070
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $101,600

    Related occupations in Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $48,630
    Carpenters $62,140
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $72,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $83,200
    Highway Maintenance Workers $62,540
    Painters, Construction and Maintenance $49,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Electricians make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Electricians in Western Washington is $37.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.76 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Electricians salaries?

    The median Electricians salary in Western Washington is 25.8% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Electricians (10th percentile) earn around $48,660 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,960.