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Electrician Salary
in New York
Electricians in New York (NY) earn a median of $75,100 a year, about $36 an hour. That runs roughly 22% above the national median for electricians, with most earning between $49,400 and $127,100.
Electrician pay by experience in New York
- Apprentice$45,100$22/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$75,100$36/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$102,100$49/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in New York metros
- New York City$77,700$37/hr
- Buffalo$78,000$38/hr
- Rochester$79,800$38/hr
Licensing in New York
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 York?
- Electricians in New York earn a median of $75,100 per year, about $36 per hour. That is roughly 22% above the national median. Most earn between $49,400 and $127,100.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in New York?
- Among New York's major metros, Rochester tends to pay electricians the most, near $79,800 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in New York?
- 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 York 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 York by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.