Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $77,250 | $68,765 | +12% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.14 | $33.06 | +12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $71,002.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Electrician in New Jersey is $77,250, or about $37.14 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electricians is $68,765. New Jersey is +12% above the national median.
Entry-level electricians in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,520 electrician jobs on record and a median salary of $77,250, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.