The 5 Highest-Paying States for Electricians

Electricians looking for the highest possible pay in the nation may want to consider setting up shop in or around the District of Columbia. America's capital offers top dollar when it comes to average hourly wage and annual salary rates for electricians. Based on the latest research from the Bureau of Labor Statistics in its updated Occupational Employment and Wages Study from May 2019, Washington, D.C., took over the No. 1 spot this time around, knocking New York down a notch. The Empire State is still in the top five, however.Take a peek at the rankings in descending order, keeping in mind that cost of living is not taken into consideration.