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Electrician Salary
in North Carolina
Electricians in North Carolina (NC) earn a median of $57,900 a year, about $28 an hour. That runs roughly 6% below the national median for electricians, with most earning between $38,100 and $97,900.
Electrician pay by experience in North Carolina
- Apprentice$34,700$17/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$57,900$28/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$78,700$38/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in North Carolina metros
- Charlotte$58,900$28/hr
- Raleigh$60,700$29/hr
- Greensboro$57,400$28/hr
Licensing in North Carolina
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 North Carolina?
- Electricians in North Carolina earn a median of $57,900 per year, about $28 per hour. That is roughly 6% below the national median. Most earn between $38,100 and $97,900.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in North Carolina?
- Among North Carolina's major metros, Raleigh tends to pay electricians the most, near $60,700 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in North Carolina?
- 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.