SOC 5241 Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades

Electricians and electrical fitters Salary

Median salary £39,187 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £39,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For electricians and electrical fitters, £39,647 is the typical (median) pay. That is around the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +2.0% versus the national average. Experienced electricians and electrical fitters (top 25%) earn over £48,416.

About this role

Electricians and electrical fitters install, maintain, test and repair electrical systems and equipment in residential, commercial and industrial settings. They work to BS 7671 wiring regulations and ensure all installations meet safety standards and building regulations.

Key responsibilities

Installing and wiring electrical systems and circuits
Testing and inspecting electrical installations
Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults
Reading technical drawings and specifications
Ensuring compliance with BS 7671 and building regulations

Qualifications and entry routes

Requires completion of an electrical installation apprenticeship or equivalent (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2365/2357). 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) certification is essential. ECS card required for site work.

Career outlook

Strong demand driven by construction activity, EV charging infrastructure, smart home technology and renewable energy installations.

Key skills

Electrical installation Testing and inspection Technical drawing interpretation Problem diagnosis Safety compliance

Common industries

Construction
Building services
Maintenance
Renewable energy
Industrial

Data coverage

SOC code 5241

Data source ONS ASHE

Years available 2015–2025

Estimated jobs 97,000

Median Salary

£39,187

Mean Salary

£40,108

Jobs (000s)

97k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P10: £24kP25: £31kMedian: £39kP75: £48kP90: £57k

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£23,616

0-2 years

Mid Level

£30,899

3-7 years

Senior

£48,416

8-15 years

Leadership

£57,280

15+ years

Potential career growth: +143% from entry to leadership

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Adjust for inflation

Nominal growth: +30.2%Real growth: -5.7%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Gender pay gap: 16.0%

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£39,187

Full-time Only

£39,647

Full-time premium: +£460

Electricians and electrical fitters salary: common questions

How much do electricians and electrical fitters earn in the UK?

Electricians and electrical fitters earn a median of £39,647 a year (ONS ASHE 2025). The middle half earn between £30,899 and £48,416.

Is £39,647 a good salary in the UK?

What is the starting salary for electricians and electrical fitters?

Entry-level electricians and electrical fitters typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £30,899, and the lowest-paid 10% earn under £23,616.

How much do the highest-paid electricians and electrical fitters earn?

The best-paid 10% of electricians and electrical fitters earn over £57,280 a year, and the top 25% over £48,416 (ONS ASHE 2025).

Have electricians and electrical fitters salaries kept up with inflation?

Since 2015, median electricians and electrical fitters pay has risen from £30,392 to £39,647 — +30% in cash terms, or -5.0% after CPIH inflation. That is behind inflation over the period.

Is there a gender pay gap for electricians and electrical fitters?

Male electricians and electrical fitters earn a median £39,326 and female electricians and electrical fitters £33,019 — a gap of +16% in 2025.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).