The 5 Highest-Paying States for Electricians

Electricians looking for the highest possible pay in the nation may want to consider a move to Illinois, the newest No. 1 ranked state in terms of compensation for electricians. Based on the latest research from the Bureau of Labor Statistics in its updated Occupational Employment and Wages Study from May 2020, the rankings shifted slightly this year, with last year's top ranked Washington, D.C., moving down to the No. 4 slot this year. Both New York and Hawaii are still in the top five, however, with newcomer Oregon joining the list. Take a look at the rankings in descending order, keeping in mind that cost of living is not taken into consideration.