High demandCharlotte-Concord
Electrician Salary in Charlotte, NC
Electricians in Charlotte earn $18–$38/hr (10% below the national average). Below is the full pay breakdown with annual equivalents, certifications that move the number, and a direct path to work.
Charlotte, North Carolina$18–$38/hrFull-time / Contract
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Hourly range
$18–$38
per hour, W2 or 1099
Annual equivalent
$37,440–$79,040
assuming 2,080 hours/year
How Charlotte compares
Charlotte, NC$18–$38/hr
National average$20–$42/hr
Charlotte pay 10% below the national average. National ranges reflect entry to journeyman-level work; annual equivalents at $41,600–$87,360.
Certifications that move the number
Charlotte employers pay the top of the range for techs who hold these. Missing one? You can still apply — we match you to roles that fit.
- Journeyman Electrician License
- OSHA 30
- Arc Flash Safety
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