Electrician Salary in Texas (2026)

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Thinking about training to become an electrician in Texas?

You’re not alone - and you’re asking the right question:
“How much can I make as an electrician in Texas?”

Short answer: This page summarizes Texas electrician pay data (BLS wages, metro averages, and apprentice rates) plus a 13% job growth projection by 20301.

Quick answers

Annual Wage by Percentile - Electricians
Electricians annual wage percentiles, BLS OEWS May 2025P10 $42640, P25 $49430, P50 $63190, P75 $83940, P90 $108510.10th$42,64025th$49,43050th (median)$63,19075th$83,94090th$108,510
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
Electricians annual wage percentiles
PercentileAnnual wage
10th$42,640
25th$49,430
50th (median)$63,190
75th$83,940
90th$108,510
Projected employment growth, Electricians, 2024-2034
Electricians employment 2024 vs 2034 projection, BLS Employment Projections2024 employment 818700; 2034 projected employment 896100; percent change +9.5%.2024818,700 jobs2034 (proj.)896,100 jobsChange: +9.5%
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024-2034
Electricians employment projection 2024 to 2034
YearEmployment
2024818,700
2034 projected896,100
Percent change+9.5%

Q: What is the median electrician salary in Texas?
A: The BLS data shown here lists a median wage of $27.46 per hour ($55,890 per year) for electricians in Texas.2

Q: What do the top 10% of electricians earn in Texas?
A: The BLS data shown here lists the top 10% (90th percentile) at about $36.62 per hour ($76,170 per year) in Texas.2

Q: Which Texas metros pay the most in this list?
A: In the Indeed metro averages shown on this page, Dallas-Fort Worth ($28.96/hr) and Austin ($28.07/hr) are among the highest.34

Q: What is apprentice electrician pay in Texas?
A: The apprentice pay sources listed on this page range from about $16.50/hr to $17.88/hr for starting pay, with higher apprentice rates listed up to $26.25/hr.5

Q: How much can a master electrician make in Texas?
A: This page estimates master electrician pay at about $35-$40 per hour, or about $70,000-$83,000 per year.

Q: What is the electrician job outlook in Texas?
A: The Texas Workforce Commission projection cited here shows about 13% job growth for electricians by 2030.1

At a glance (Texas)

  • BLS median pay: $27.46/hr ($55,890/yr).2
  • BLS top 10% pay: $36.62/hr ($76,170/yr).2
  • Apprentice pay shown here: about $16.50-$26.25/hr (varies by program and listings).5
  • Higher-paying metros in this list: Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin (Indeed).34
  • Outlook: +13% job growth by 2030 (Texas Workforce Commission).1
Median Pay $63,190 $30.38/hr Top 10%: $108,510
Job Outlook (2024-2034) 9.5% 81,000 openings/yr
Employment (2025) 757,220
Wage Percentiles 25th $49,430 75th $83,940
Typical Education High school diploma or equivalent
On-the-Job Training Apprenticeship
Highest Paying States OregonIllinoisHawaii
Top Industries Cross-industry
Certification State license required in most states

2025 data | SOC 47-2111 | Source: BLS OEWS

Texas Electrician Salary Growth Outlook

Average Electrician Salary in Texas

According to the latest BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) for Texas:

The BLS reports a median electrician wage in Texas of $27.46 per hour ($55,890 per year).2 The top 10% is listed at about $36.62 per hour ($76,170 per year).2

RoleHourly WageAnnual Salary
Median Electrician (TX)$27.46$55,890
Top 10% (90th pct)$36.62$76,170

Source: BLS - Electricians in Texas (SOC 47-2111)

Top-Paying Cities for Electricians in Texas

Electrician salaries can vary widely across the state. Here’s what recent data from Indeed shows:

City / Metro AreaAvg. Hourly WageAvg. Annual Salary
Austin$28.07~$62,0184
Dallas-Fort Worth$28.96~$63,9883
Houston$27.10~$59,8826
San Antonio$27.09~$59,8517
El Paso$23.19~$51,2318
  • Updated August 14, 2025

Apprentice Electrician Pay in Texas

Apprentices start with modest wages but receive raises as they gain experience:

SourceStarting PayTop Apprentice Pay
IBEW Local 520 (Austin)$17.88/hr$26.25/hr
IEC Texas Gulf Coast (Estimated)$16.50/hr*$22.00/hr*
Indeed Listings (avg TX)$17.20/hr~$23.50/hr

Sources: IBEW 520, Indeed - TX Apprenticeships

  • Estimated based on regional pay

✅ Apprenticeships often include:

  • Tuition coverage
  • Health benefits
  • Overtime pay opportunities

Texas Electrician Salary by Career Stage

RoleAvg HourlyAvg Annual
Apprentice$17.20*~$35,0005
Journeyman Electrician$27.46*~$55,8902
Master Electrician$35-$40*~$70,000-$83,000
Business OwnerN/A$85,000-$150,000+

*Estimated Based on BLS OEWS data, job listings, and Texas apprenticeship pay scales.

What Impacts Your Salary in Texas?

Several key factors affect your earning potential:

  • ✅ License level - Master Electricians earn more than Journeymen
  • ✅ Union vs Non-Union - Union electricians tend to have higher base pay + benefits
  • ✅ Metro area - Austin and DFW typically pay more
  • ✅ Specializations - Commercial, solar, or industrial work often pays better
  • ✅ Certifications - OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, and Texas journeyman/master licenses

Texas Electrician Job Outlook

According to the Texas Workforce Commission:

  • ✅ +13% job growth expected for electricians by 20301
  • ️ Driven by new construction, EV infrastructure, and the solar industry
  • High demand in both urban areas and oil/gas regions

The demand for electricians in Texas is strong and growing - especially for those who get licensed and specialize.

TL;DR: Texas Electrician Salary

  • BLS median pay (Texas): $27.46/hr ($55,890/yr).2
  • BLS top 10% pay (Texas): $36.62/hr ($76,170/yr).2
  • Apprentice pay shown here: about $16.50-$26.25/hr (varies by program and listings).5
  • Higher-paying metros in this list: Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin (Indeed).34
  • Outlook: +13% job growth by 2030 (Texas Workforce Commission).1—

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

  1. Texas Workforce Commission - Long-Term Occupational Projections ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎

  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - OEWS Texas Electricians (SOC 47-2111) ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎

  3. Indeed - Dallas Electrician Salary ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎

  4. Indeed - Austin Electrician Salary ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎

  5. IBEW 520, IEC Texas Gulf Coast, Indeed - TX Apprenticeships ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎

  6. Indeed - Houston Electrician Salary ↩︎

  7. Indeed - San Antonio Electrician Salary ↩︎

  8. Indeed - El Paso Electrician Salary ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

DataProviderVintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsMay 2025
Employment ProjectionsU.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data SystemNational Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirementsCareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programsCareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)