Electrician Salary in Texas 2026: What You Can Earn

Electrician Salary in Texas 2026

Electricians earn good money in Texas. Here is what you can expect at each level of your career.

Apprentice Electrician

As a newly trained apprentice electrician, you can earn $40,000 to $55,000 per year in Texas. Your exact pay depends on the city and employer.

Journeyman Electrician

After gaining experience and passing your journeyman exam, your salary jumps to $55,000 to $75,000 per year. Journeyman electricians are in the highest demand.

Master Electrician

Master electricians with years of experience and a master license can earn $75,000 to $100,000+ per year. Many master electricians start their own businesses.

Salary by Texas City

City

Apprentice

Journeyman

|------|-----------|------------|

Houston	$45,000	$65,000
Dallas	$44,000	$64,000
San Antonio	$42,000	$60,000
Austin	$46,000	$67,000
Rio Grande Valley	$40,000	$55,000

Why Electricians Are in Demand

Texas is growing fast. New homes, commercial buildings, and infrastructure all need electricians. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6% job growth for electricians through 2032.

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