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Electrician Salary
in Delaware
Electricians in Delaware (DE) earn a median of $64,700 a year, about $31 an hour. That runs roughly 5% above the national median for electricians, with most earning between $42,500 and $109,400.
Electrician pay by experience in Delaware
- Apprentice$38,800$19/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$64,700$31/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$88,000$42/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Delaware metros
- Wilmington$69,000$33/hr
- Dover$63,500$31/hr
- Newark$68,300$33/hr
Licensing in Delaware
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 Delaware?
- Electricians in Delaware earn a median of $64,700 per year, about $31 per hour. That is roughly 5% above the national median. Most earn between $42,500 and $109,400.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Delaware?
- Among Delaware's major metros, Wilmington tends to pay electricians the most, near $69,000 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Delaware?
- 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 Delaware 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 Delaware by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.