How much does an electrical make in Richmond?
$48,170a year
Median yearly pay for electricals in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $23.16 an hour or $4,014 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.16
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 38 of 232
- Jobs in the area
- 530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,720Median: $48,170Highest 10%: $61,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,720 | $18.13 | |
| 25th | $39,150 | $18.82 | |
| Median | $48,170 | $23.16 | |
| 75th | $50,940 | $24.49 | |
| 90th | $61,190 | $29.42 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for electricals.
| Lynchburg, VA | $49,880 |
| Washington, DC | $47,430 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $46,270 |
| Roanoke, VA | $42,670 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $38,600 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $38,570 |
| Staunton, VA | $38,370 |
| Kingsport, TN | $35,630 |
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Salaries for every job in Richmond, VAFrequently asked questions
How much does an electrical make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $23.16 ($48,170 a year).
Do electricals make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $48,170 against $45,850 nationally, 5% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $44,660, so Richmond pays 8% more.
Where does Richmond rank for electrical pay?
38 of 232 metro areas with data.
How much does an electrical make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,720 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,190 or more.
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.