Electrician in Washington DC

Electricians install and maintain electrical systems in homes, businesses, and industrial facilities. The path from Apprentice to Journeyman to Master Electrician comes with serious income growth — Master Electricians can start their own companies and earn $150K+.

$56,046 DC Median Salary
11% Growth Rate
4–5 years (apprenticeship) Training

💰 Electrician Salary in Washington DC

Estimated salary range for Electricians in Washington DC, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$39,000
Median
$56,046
Experienced
$99,000

🎓 Electrician Licensing in Washington DC

Credential required: Journeyman or Master Electrician License (state)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Washington DC state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Electrician Programs in Washington DC

Community College
⭐ 85

University of the District of Columbia Community College

📍 Washington, DC

DC's only public community college with 25+ associate degree programs; HVAC/R, CDL, and healthcare certifications availa...

Nursing (CNA)Medical AssistingHVACElectricalCDL/Truck Driving
Vocational School
⭐ 83

Four Walls Career and Technical Education Center

📍 Washington, DC

Tuition-free DC adult training center with HVAC, electrical wiring, and steam engineering programs funded entirely by DC...

HVACElectricalSteam Engineering
Vocational School
⭐ 82

DC Infrastructure Academy

📍 Washington, DC

DC government-funded training academy focused on infrastructure and energy sector careers including CDL, utility install...

CDL/Truck DrivingElectricalHVACSolar InstallationUtility/Telecom

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