Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salary in the United States

How much does an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman in the United States is $63,921 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,628
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,604 to $71,096
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,941
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Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salaries by Percentile

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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $71,096 $5,925 $1,367 $34
Average $63,921 $5,327 $1,229 $31
25th Percentile $56,604 $4,717 $1,089 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salaries

An Apprentice Lineman/Groundman'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 Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman'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): $62,427
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $77,902
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,813
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,993
  • Expert (over 8 years): $131,968
Levels Salary
Apprentic... Level Apprentice Lineman/Groundman$62,427
Technical... Level Apprentice Lineman/Groundman$77,902
Technical... Level Apprentice Lineman/Groundman$96,813
Technical... Level Apprentice Lineman/Groundman$117,993
Library T... Level Apprentice Lineman/Groundman$131,968
$62,427 0 yr
$77,902 < 2 yrs
$96,813 2-4 yrs
$117,993 5-8 yrs
$131,968 > 8 yrs
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How Do Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Apprentice Lineman/Groundmans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $70,774.
  • California: $70,505.
  • Massachusetts: $69,566.

Top Paying Cities for Apprentice Lineman/Groundmans

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: $80,624
  • San Francisco: $79,741
  • Oakland: $78,061

What Skills Can Increase an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 21.92% 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.
  • Word Processing (Mentioned in 3.32% Job Postings): word processing, operation in which a text-editing software program called a word processor is used to create a document on a computer. A word-processing system can produce a wide variety of documents, including letters, memoranda, and manuals, rapidly and at relatively low cost.
  • Programming (Mentioned in 2.33% Job Postings): Executing logic to facilitate computing operations and functionality in one or more languages.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 21.92%
Word Processing 3.32%
Programming 2.33%
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 an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's salary.
  • Resource Management: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Resource Management
$74,149
16%
Presentation
$72,231
13%
Leadership
$71,592
12%
Interpersonal Communication
$70,953
11%
Creativity
$68,396
7%
Collaboration
$67,757
6%
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How Education impacts an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Apprentice Lineman/Groundmans enter the field with a Associate'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 an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman with a Associate's Degree is between $57,059 and $65,000).

Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Apprentice Lineman/Groundman
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 30.0%
High School 30.0%
Associates 10.0%
Bachelors 30.0%
Masters 30.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman'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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Salary Trends for Apprentice Lineman/Groundman

Salaries for an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $54,097 in 2023 to around $53,571 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Apprentice Lineman/Groundman salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Over Time

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2023
$54,097
2024
$53,848
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$53,571
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2024 $53,848
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