Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| California | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $76,160 | $68,765 | +11% |
| Median hourly wage | $36.62 | $33.06 | +11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,799.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Electrician in California is $76,160, or about $36.62 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electricians is $68,765. California is +11% above the national median.
Entry-level electricians in California typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 73,310 electrician jobs on record and a median salary of $76,160, California offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.