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Electrician Salary
in Ohio
Electricians in Ohio (OH) earn a median of $61,000 a year, about $29 an hour. That runs roughly 1% below the national median for electricians, with most earning between $40,100 and $103,100.
Electrician pay by experience in Ohio
- Apprentice$36,600$18/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$61,000$29/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$83,000$40/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Ohio metros
- Columbus$58,000$28/hr
- Cleveland$61,700$30/hr
- Cincinnati$61,900$30/hr
Licensing in Ohio
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 Ohio?
- Electricians in Ohio earn a median of $61,000 per year, about $29 per hour. That is roughly 1% below the national median. Most earn between $40,100 and $103,100.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Ohio?
- Among Ohio's major metros, Cincinnati tends to pay electricians the most, near $61,900 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Ohio?
- 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 Ohio 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 Ohio by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.