Electrician salary in United Kingdom

The average salary for an Electrician is £40,921 per year in United Kingdom. This figure is based on 14.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 17 August 2026.

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Electrician salaries typically range between a low of £32,015 and a high of £52,304 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Electrician include London at £43,485 per year, Ipswich at £42,671 per year and Chester at £42,368 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Electrician include Citi (US$145,600 per year) and TICS Global Limited (US$104,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Electrician salary compares to related positions:

• Apprentice Electrician: Average £21,239 per year
• Senior Electrician: Average £43,145 per year
• Journeyperson Electrician: Average £38,741 per year
• Junior Electrician: Average £30,390 per year
• Master Electrician: Average £49,386 per year