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Electrician Salary
in Wisconsin
Electricians in Wisconsin (WI) earn a median of $61,600 a year, about $30 an hour. That runs roughly 0% above the national median for electricians, with most earning between $40,500 and $104,200.
Electrician pay by experience in Wisconsin
- Apprentice$37,000$18/hr
Learning on the job under a licensed electrician, usually 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$61,600$30/hr
Licensed to work independently. The market's center of gravity.
- Master$83,800$40/hr
Can pull permits, run jobs, and supervise. Where the money is.
Electrician pay in Wisconsin metros
- Milwaukee$64,400$31/hr
- Madison$59,100$28/hr
- Green Bay$64,200$31/hr
Licensing in Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin?
- Electricians in Wisconsin earn a median of $61,600 per year, about $30 per hour. That is roughly 0% above the national median. Most earn between $40,500 and $104,200.
- What is the highest-paying place for electricians in Wisconsin?
- Among Wisconsin's major metros, Milwaukee tends to pay electricians the most, near $64,400 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a electrician in Wisconsin?
- 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.