How much does an electrician make in New Jersey?
$77,250a year
Median yearly pay for electricians in New Jersey. That is $37.14 an hour or $6,438 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.14
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,520
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,570Median: $77,250Highest 10%: $130,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,570 | $23.35 | |
| 25th | $62,400 | $30.00 | |
| Median | $77,250 | $37.14 | |
| 75th | $121,100 | $58.23 | |
| 90th | $130,900 | $62.91 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Trenton, NJ | $98,210 |
| New York, NY | $79,020 |
| Vineland, NJ | $76,920 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $74,590 |
| Allentown, PA | $66,500 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $65,710 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for electricians.
| 8. New York | $78,750 |
| 9. Minnesota | $78,160 |
| 10. Connecticut | $77,540 |
| 11. New Jersey | $77,250 |
| 12. Montana | $76,760 |
| 13. Wisconsin | $76,540 |
| 14. Michigan | $76,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrician make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $37.14 ($77,250 a year).
Do electricians make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $77,250 against $63,190 nationally, 22% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for electrician pay?
New Jersey ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays electricians the most?
Trenton-Princeton, NJ, with a median of $98,210 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.