Electrician salary in Washington, DC
Median pay, Washington DC metro
$75,930/year
about $36.50 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $59,080 – $103,270
Half of electricians in the Washington DC metro area earn more than $75,930 a year and half earn less. That's 20% higher than the national median of $63,190, and ranks #12 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $44,690 | $21.49 |
| 25th | $59,080 | $28.40 |
| Median (50th) | $75,930 | $36.50 |
| 75th | $103,270 | $49.65 |
| 90th (top earners) | $121,570 | $58.45 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a electrician job in the Washington DC metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $59,080 ($28.40/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $59,080 to $103,270 ($28.40 to $49.65/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $103,270 ($49.65/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Pay usually rises with license level (apprentice, journeyman, master). Make sure the offer matches yours.
- Union and non-union roles can pay differently, especially once benefits and pensions are counted.
- Ask whether travel time, tools and overtime are paid.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Washington DC metro. Occupation: Electricians (SOC 47-2111). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.