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Electricians working in the District of Columbia earn a median hourly wage of $37.97, with top earners at the 75th percentile reaching $58.68 per hour. The market rewards experienced travelers well, as wages at the 90th percentile come in at $60.48 per hour. For an electrician weighing where to take their next assignment, D.C. offers a dense, urban market with a wage floor that holds up against most other destinations.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025. These are wages actually paid across all employers in the state — a different measurement from the advertised rates above, which is why the two numbers rarely match. Travel work with per diem and overtime typically sits above the state median.
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Electrician licensing in District of Columbia →Verified July 21, 2026
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