How much does an electrician make in Pennsylvania?
$67,600a year
Median yearly pay for electricians in Pennsylvania. That is $32.50 an hour or $5,633 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.50
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 22,730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,600Median: $67,600Highest 10%: $122,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,600 | $21.92 | |
| 25th | $55,140 | $26.51 | |
| Median | $67,600 | $32.50 | |
| 75th | $95,500 | $45.91 | |
| 90th | $122,600 | $58.95 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reading, PA | $75,070 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $74,590 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $71,820 |
| Scranton, PA | $69,540 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $69,340 |
| Allentown, PA | $66,500 |
| Erie, PA | $65,820 |
| York, PA | $65,370 |
| Lancaster, PA | $63,490 |
| Williamsport, PA | $61,570 |
| Chambersburg, PA | $61,290 |
| Gettysburg, PA | $60,900 |
| Lebanon, PA | $60,710 |
| Johnstown, PA | $59,390 |
| Altoona, PA | $58,620 |
| State College, PA | $57,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for electricians.
| 19. Nevada | $73,570 |
| 20. Maryland | $73,490 |
| 21. Indiana | $68,490 |
| 22. Pennsylvania | $67,600 |
| 23. Kansas | $65,860 |
| 24. North Dakota | $65,710 |
| 25. Missouri | $65,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrician make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $32.50 ($67,600 a year).
Do electricians make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $67,600 against $63,190 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for electrician pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays electricians the most?
Reading, PA, with a median of $75,070 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.