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Industrial Maintenance Electrician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Industrial Maintenance Electrician make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Industrial Maintenance Electrician in District of Columbia is $52,882 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, an Industrial Maintenance Electrician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,729
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,582 to $58,560
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,847
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Industrial Maintenance Electrician Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $58,560 $4,880 $1,126 $28
Average $52,882 $4,407 $1,017 $25
25th Percentile $46,582 $3,882 $896 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Industrial Maintenance Electrician Salaries

An Industrial Maintenance 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Industrial Maintenance Electrician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Industrial Maintenance 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): $52,464
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $58,408
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,917
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,509
  • Expert (over 8 years): $94,684
Levels Salary
Industria... Level Industrial Maintenance Electrician$52,464
General M... Level Industrial Maintenance Electrician$58,408
General M... Level Industrial Maintenance Electrician$66,917
General M... Level Industrial Maintenance Electrician$86,509
General M... Level Industrial Maintenance Electrician$94,684
$52,464 0 yr
$58,408 < 2 yrs
$66,917 2-4 yrs
$86,509 5-8 yrs
$94,684 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Industrial Maintenance 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:

  • Parcel Return Service: $52,595
  • Washington: $52,595
  • Naval Anacost Annex: $52,593

Industrial Maintenance Electrician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Industrial Maintenance Electrician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Industrial Maintenance Electrician positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Industrial Maintenance Electrician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Industrial Maintenance Electrician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$63,458$31.020%
Pharmaceuticals$63,458$31.020%
Biotechnology$60,814$29.015%
Financial Services$60,814$29.015%
Software & Networking$60,814$29.015%

Industrial Maintenance Electrician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Industrial Maintenance 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.

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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$46,582
Average $52,882/year
$58,560
$3,882
Average $4,407/month
$4,880
$896
Average $1,017/week
$1,126
$22
Average $25/hour
$28
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $58,560 $4,880 $1,126 $28
Average $52,882 $4,407 $1,017 $25
25th Percentile $46,582 $3,882 $896 $22

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