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Electrician Salary
in Illinois
Electricians in Illinois (IL) earn a median of $69,000 a year, about $33 an hour. That runs roughly 12% above the national median for electricians, with most earning between $45,400 and $116,700.
Electrician pay by experience in Illinois
- Apprentice$41,400$20/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$69,000$33/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$93,800$45/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Illinois metros
- Chicago$68,400$33/hr
- Aurora$68,900$33/hr
- Rockford$66,100$32/hr
Licensing in Illinois
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 Illinois?
- Electricians in Illinois earn a median of $69,000 per year, about $33 per hour. That is roughly 12% above the national median. Most earn between $45,400 and $116,700.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Illinois?
- Among Illinois's major metros, Aurora tends to pay electricians the most, near $68,900 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Illinois?
- 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 Illinois 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 Illinois by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.