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Electrician Salary
in New Jersey
Electricians in New Jersey (NJ) earn a median of $71,400 a year, about $34 an hour. That runs roughly 16% above the national median for electricians, with most earning between $47,000 and $120,800.
Electrician pay by experience in New Jersey
- Apprentice$42,800$21/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$71,400$34/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$97,100$47/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in New Jersey metros
- Newark$75,400$36/hr
- Jersey City$68,600$33/hr
- Paterson$69,700$34/hr
Licensing in New Jersey
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 New Jersey?
- Electricians in New Jersey earn a median of $71,400 per year, about $34 per hour. That is roughly 16% above the national median. Most earn between $47,000 and $120,800.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in New Jersey?
- Among New Jersey's major metros, Newark tends to pay electricians the most, near $75,400 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in New Jersey?
- 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.