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Lead Electrician

Average Lead Electrician Hourly Pay

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$24.67
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$16.58
MEDIAN
$24.67
90%
$36.23

The average hourly pay for a Lead Electrician is $24.67 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$17 - $36
Bonus
$1k - $6k
Total Pay
$38k - $84k
Based on 116 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Lead Electrician

Medical
63%
Dental
47%
Vision
42%
None
35%

Gender Breakdown for Lead Electricians

Male
96.6%
Female
3.4%
This data is based on 58 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Lead Electricians

What is the highest pay for Lead Electricians?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Lead Electrician is $36.23 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Lead Electricians?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Lead Electrician is $16.58 / hour

How can Lead Electricians increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Lead Electrician is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Lead Electrician that oversees more junior Lead Electricians, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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