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Electrician in Georgia: Salary, License Requirements, and How to Start

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Georgia employs 21,650 electricians, with a statewide median of $58,320 and wide variation by city and experience. Here is the real wage data, the exact Georgia licensing picture, and where to train.

What Electricians Earn in Georgia (May 2025)

Georgia median pay: $58,320 (May 2025)
Starting range (10th percentile): $37,180
Experienced (75th percentile): $76,490
Top earners (90th percentile): $84,000
Employed in Georgia: 21,650
U.S. median (for comparison): $62,350 (May 2024)

Wages vary substantially by metro. Median annual pay for electricians in major Georgia markets:

Augusta: $59,660 (860 employed)
Atlanta metro: $58,650 (13,430 employed)
Savannah: $58,430 (650 employed)
Macon: $54,320 (380 employed)
Columbus: $50,730 (480 employed)

What That Pay Is Worth in Georgia

Prices in Georgia run about 4% below the national average (cost-of-living index 96.3 vs a U.S. baseline of 100, 2024), so the $58,320 median stretches to roughly $60,561 in national buying-power terms.

Job Outlook in Georgia (2024–2034)

Georgia is projected to grow electricians employment +14.9%, faster than the +9.5% projected nationally. The state expects about 2,340 openings a year, counting both growth and workers who retire or move on.

Georgia License and Certification Requirements

Electrical Contractor license (Class I restricted / Class II unrestricted) — regulated by the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board — Division of Electrical Contractors.

Georgia licenses electrical contractors statewide (no separate journeyman tier): 4 years of experience qualifies you for the state exam ($30 application, ~$277 exam).
Build experience through IBEW apprenticeships (Local 613 Atlanta) or IEC/ABC Georgia chapters while working under a licensed contractor.
Renew biennially ($75) with 4 hours of annual continuing education.

Official requirements: Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board — Division of Electrical Contractors →

Training in Georgia

Georgia's statewide license beats the city-by-city patchwork of many states — one credential works everywhere. Atlanta's data center and film-industry construction keeps electricians in heavy demand; IEC Atlanta runs a large non-union apprenticeship.

Real training providers and registered apprenticeships in Georgia include:

Albany Technical College — Certificate
Athens Technical College — Certificate / Associate
Atlanta Technical College — Certificate
Augusta Technical College — Certificate / Associate

Is This the Right Move for You?

Best for: People who like tools, systems, problem solving, and earning while they train.

Think twice if: You need desk-only work or dislike tight spaces, heights, job sites, and physical risk.

Why it's resilient: Electrical work is site-specific, licensed, safety-critical, and often requires hands-on diagnosis in messy real buildings.

First Steps

Look for IBEW, IEC, ABC, or state apprenticeship openings near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do electricians make in Georgia?

The median wage for electricians in Georgia is $58,320 per year (May 2025, BLS). Entry-level pay (10th percentile) starts around $37,180, and top earners (90th percentile) make about $84,000. Pay varies by metro and years of experience.

What license or certification do you need to become an Electrician in Georgia?

Electrical Contractor license (Class I restricted / Class II unrestricted), overseen by the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board — Division of Electrical Contractors. Georgia licenses electrical contractors statewide (no separate journeyman tier): 4 years of experience qualifies you for the state exam ($30 application, ~$277 exam).

Is being an Electrician a good career in Georgia?

Electrical work is site-specific, licensed, safety-critical, and often requires hands-on diagnosis in messy real buildings.

Which Georgia metros pay electricians the most?

Among Georgia metro areas, Augusta leads at $59,660, followed by Atlanta metro ($58,650), Savannah ($58,430). Local pay tracks regional demand and cost of living, so the highest-paying metro isn't always the best net move.

Where can I train to become an Electrician in Georgia?

Real Georgia options include Albany Technical College, Athens Technical College, Atlanta Technical College. Most electricians start with an accredited program, then earn the credential the state or employer requires.

Is Electrician a growing career in Georgia?

Georgia projects electricians employment to change +14.9% from 2024 to 2034, with about 2,340 openings a year — a growing field in the state.

Sources and Verification

Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), Georgia statewide and metro estimates for SOC 47-2111. Licensing summary compiled from the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board — Division of Electrical Contractors (2026-06-11). Requirements change — always confirm current rules with the board and verify program costs and outcomes before enrolling.

BLS Occupational Outlook · O*NET Georgia wages · Georgia licensing/certification source

Employment projections: Projections Central / BLS Employment Projections (2024–2034); Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities.

Pay percentiles describe current workers, not entry-level offers; training costs and local demand vary, so verify locally before committing money or quitting a job.