How much does an electrical make in Pennsylvania?
$45,600a year
Median yearly pay for electricals in Pennsylvania. That is $21.92 an hour or $3,800 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.92
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 13,440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,770Median: $45,600Highest 10%: $57,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,770 | $17.20 | |
| 25th | $38,310 | $18.42 | |
| Median | $45,600 | $21.92 | |
| 75th | $49,760 | $23.92 | |
| 90th | $57,260 | $27.53 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reading, PA | $54,350 |
| Scranton, PA | $51,220 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $47,570 |
| Allentown, PA | $46,690 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $45,810 |
| Williamsport, PA | $45,090 |
| Lancaster, PA | $44,200 |
| Johnstown, PA | $41,540 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $40,460 |
| Gettysburg, PA | $40,450 |
| State College, PA | $40,190 |
| York, PA | $38,310 |
| Chambersburg, PA | $37,430 |
| Erie, PA | $37,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for electricals.
| 19. Arkansas | $46,200 |
| 20. Arizona | $46,110 |
| 21. New Jersey | $45,800 |
| 22. Pennsylvania | $45,600 |
| 23. Wyoming | $45,520 |
| 24. Wisconsin | $45,470 |
| 25. New York | $45,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrical make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $21.92 ($45,600 a year).
Do electricals make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $45,600 against $45,850 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for electrical pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 22 of 48 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays electricals the most?
Reading, PA, with a median of $54,350 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.