How much does a Union Electrician make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Union Electrician in Chicago, IL is $54,834. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $43,001 to a high of $65,234, with most professionals earning between $48,640 and $60,278.

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Union Electrician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Union Electrician Salary $43,001 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Union Electrician Salary $48,640 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Union Electrician Salary $54,834 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Union Electrician Salary $60,278 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Union Electrician Salary $65,234 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $48,640 10% $43,001 90% $65,234 75% $60,278 $54,834 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Union Electrician ?

An electrician is a tradesman specializing in electrical wiring of buildings, transmission lines, stationary machines, and related equipment. Electricians may be employed in the installation of new electrical components or the maintenance and repair of existing electrical infrastructure. Electricians may also specialize in wiring ships, airplanes, and other mobile platforms, as well as data and cable lines....

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  1. This Job:

    Union Electrician

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Electrician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Union Electrician in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Union Electrician ranges from $48,640 to $60,278 with the average base salary of $54,834. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $48,640 to $60,278 with the average total cash compensation of $54,834.
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