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Electrician Salary
in Alabama
Electricians in Alabama (AL) earn a median of $54,200 a year, about $26 an hour. That runs roughly 12% below the national median for electricians, with most earning between $35,600 and $91,700.
Electrician pay by experience in Alabama
- Apprentice$32,500$16/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$54,200$26/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$73,700$35/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Alabama metros
- Birmingham$56,900$27/hr
- Montgomery$57,100$27/hr
- Huntsville$53,300$26/hr
Licensing in Alabama
Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work.
Frequently asked
- How much do electricians make in Alabama?
- Electricians in Alabama earn a median of $54,200 per year, about $26 per hour. That is roughly 12% below the national median. Most earn between $35,600 and $91,700.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Alabama?
- Among Alabama's major metros, Montgomery tends to pay electricians the most, near $57,100 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Alabama?
- Yes. Electricians are licensed at the state or local level, typically moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed person is legally required to pull permits and sign off on work. Licensing in Alabama is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Electrician pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Alabama by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.