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Helpers--Electricians Salary in U.S. (2024)

In U.S., helpers--electricians earn $39,890 at the median — $19.18 an hour. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $57K for experienced workers.

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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024

$40K
Median annual
$19.18/hr
Hourly rate
$31K
Entry level (10th %)
$57K
Senior level (90th %)

So what does $40K get you in U.S.?

Estimated monthly take-home$2,841/mo
Median 2BR rent-$1,412/mo
Rent as % of take-home49.7% (above 30% guideline)
Cost-of-living adjusted salary$39,890/yr
Monthly remaining after rent$1,429/mo
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Compensation breakdown

Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.

Bar chart showing Helpers--Electricians salary percentiles in U.S.: 10th percentile $31,200, 25th percentile $36,400, median $39,890, 75th percentile $47,520, 90th percentile $56,770. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.10th$31K25th$36KMedian$40K75th$48K90th$57K
Bar chart showing Helpers--Electricians salary percentiles in U.S.: 10th percentile $31,200, 25th percentile $36,400, median $39,890, 75th percentile $47,520, 90th percentile $56,770. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Entry-level helpers--electricians (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $40K.Top earners bring in $57K or more - a $26K spread from bottom to top.

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Helpers--Electricians pay across states

Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure

StateMedian salaryvs. nationalEmployment
Rhode Island$61K+53%60
Missouri$57K+43%460
Washington$56K+40%570
Nebraska$51K+27%80
New York$49K+24%3,690
Connecticut$48K+21%590
California$48K+19%1,790
District of Columbia$48K+19%280
Oregon$47K+18%430
Idaho$47K+18%340
Massachusetts$47K+17%1,040
Texas$46K+15%8,170
Wisconsin$46K+15%1,130
Hawaii$46K+14%N/A
Maryland$45K+14%1,320

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Frequently asked questions

How much do helpers--electricians make in U.S.?

The median is $39,890 a year - that works out to about $19.18 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $31,200, and experienced helpers--electricians can clear $56,770. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.

Is $40K enough to live in U.S.?

On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,841/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 49.7% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.

How far does a helpers--electricians salary go in U.S.?

U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median helpers--electricians salary is worth about $39,890 in national-average purchasing power.

Where do helpers--electricians get paid the most?

The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.

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