High Voltage Electrician Salary in the United States

How much does a High Voltage Electrician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a High Voltage Electrician in the United States is $76,206 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

However, a High Voltage Electrician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,488
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,208 to $81,588
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,016
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High Voltage Electrician Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $81,588 $6,799 $1,569 $39
Average $76,206 $6,350 $1,465 $37
25th Percentile $67,208 $5,601 $1,292 $32
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Key Factors That Influence High Voltage Electrician Salaries

A High Voltage Electrician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects High Voltage Electrician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a High Voltage Electrician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $66,836
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $78,080
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,398
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $107,646
  • Expert (over 8 years): $164,047
Levels Salary
Tax Accou... Level High Voltage Electrician$66,836
High Volt... Level High Voltage Electrician$78,080
Tax Accou... Level High Voltage Electrician$88,398
Tax Accou... Level High Voltage Electrician$107,646
Tax Accou... Level High Voltage Electrician$164,047
$66,836 0 yr
$78,080 < 2 yrs
$88,398 2-4 yrs
$107,646 5-8 yrs
$164,047 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for High Voltage Electricians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $96,118
  • San Francisco: $95,066
  • Oakland: $93,062

What Skills Can Increase a High Voltage Electrician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 3.26% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 8.23% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
  • Tax Laws (Mentioned in 1.68% Job Postings): Tax law is the practice of law that relates to the assessment and payment of taxes.Tax law involves understanding, implementing and defending the payment or non-payment of taxes.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 3.26%
Accounting 8.23%
Tax Laws 1.68%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a High Voltage Electrician's salary.
  • Teamwork: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Client Relationship: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Teamwork
$83,064
9%
Products and Services
$80,778
6%
Client Relationship
$80,016
5%
Remote Support
$79,254
4%
Client Service
$78,492
3%
Innovation
$77,730
2%
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High Voltage Electrician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For High Voltage Electrician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 33% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, High Voltage Electrician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view High Voltage Electrician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a High Voltage Electrician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$89,922$43.018%
Internet$87,636$42.015%
Energy & Utilities$83,826$40.010%
Software & Networking$83,826$40.010%
Aerospace & Defense$82,302$40.08%

How Education impacts a High Voltage Electrician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many High Voltage Electricians enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a High Voltage Electrician with a Bachelor's Degree is between $75,482 and $80,117).

High Voltage Electrician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for High Voltage Electrician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.2%
High School 2.2%
Associates 1.8%
Bachelors 49.6%
Masters 43.9%
Doctorate 2.3%
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High Voltage Electrician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a High Voltage Electrician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for High Voltage Electrician

Salaries for a High Voltage Electrician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $77,139 in 2023 to around $74,354 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of High Voltage Electrician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of High Voltage Electrician Over Time

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$77,139
2024
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FAQ about High Voltage Electrician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for High Voltage Electrician?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for High Voltage Electrician roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

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