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Electrician Salary in Australia

Electricians install and maintain electrical systems in residential, commercial and industrial settings. The renewable energy boom — solar installations and EV charging — is expanding demand on Seek significantly. Licenced electricians command strong wages across all states.

AU Typical Range

$70k$115k

AU Median

$88k

NZ Typical Range

NZD $65k$105k

Salary by experience level

Apprentice (Yr 3–4)

AU$42k – $58k
NZNZD $38k – $52k

Licenced Electrician

AU$70k – $92k
NZNZD $65k – $85k

Leading Hand

AU$92k – $115k
NZNZD $85k – $105k

Electrical Foreman

AU$112k – $140k
NZNZD $102k – $126k

Estimated take-home pay (AU median)

Based on $88k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.

Annual

$67,173

Monthly

$5,598

Fortnightly

$2,584

Common employers on Seek

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average Electrician salary in Australia?

The average Electrician salary in Australia is around $88k per year, with a typical Seek range of $70k – $115k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.

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What does a Electrician take home after tax in Australia?

At the median salary of $88k, take-home pay is approximately $67,173 per year ($5,598 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.

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