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Electrician Salary in Richmond, VA
Electricians in Richmond earn $19–$40/hr (5% below the national average). Below is the full pay breakdown with annual equivalents, certifications that move the number, and a direct path to work.
Richmond, Virginia$19–$40/hrFull-time / Contract
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Hourly range
$19–$40
per hour, W2 or 1099
Annual equivalent
$39,520–$83,200
assuming 2,080 hours/year
How Richmond compares
Richmond, VA$19–$40/hr
National average$20–$42/hr
Richmond pay 5% below the national average. National ranges reflect entry to journeyman-level work; annual equivalents at $41,600–$87,360.
Certifications that move the number
Richmond 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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