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Job outlook for electrical mechanics in the United States
Electrical mechanic job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected electrical mechanic job growth rate is 0% from 2018-2028.
About -400 new jobs for electrical mechanics are projected over the next decade.
Electrical mechanic salaries have increased 9% for electrical mechanics in the last 5 years.
There are over 79,699 electrical mechanics currently employed in the United States.
There are 68,654 active electrical mechanic job openings in the US.
The average electrical mechanic salary is $61,714.
Are electrical mechanic jobs in demand?
Electrical mechanic job and salary trends over time
Electrical mechanic jobs over time
Electrical mechanic job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 79,699 | 0.02% |
| 2020 | 80,942 | 0.02% |
| 2019 | 84,967 | 0.03% |
| 2018 | 81,333 | 0.02% |
| 2017 | 78,509 | 0.02% |
Average electrical mechanic salary over time
Electrical mechanic salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $61,714 | $29.67 | +3.5% |
| 2024 | $59,622 | $28.66 | +1.4% |
| 2023 | $58,772 | $28.26 | +1.1% |
| 2022 | $58,160 | $27.96 | +2.4% |
| 2021 | $56,817 | $27.32 | +1.7% |
Electrical mechanic jobs by state
Most common states for electrical mechanics
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 678 | 22% |
| 2 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 127 | 18% |
| 3 | Alaska | 739,795 | 113 | 15% |
| 4 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 88 | 15% |
| 5 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 422 | 14% |
| 6 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 147 | 14% |
| 7 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,123 | 13% |
| 8 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 620 | 13% |
| 9 | Delaware | 961,939 | 127 | 13% |
| 10 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 100 | 13% |
| 11 | Vermont | 623,657 | 83 | 13% |
| 12 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 699 | 12% |
| 13 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 234 | 12% |
| 14 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 104 | 12% |
| 15 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,163 | 11% |
| 16 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 784 | 11% |
| 17 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 743 | 11% |
| 18 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 688 | 11% |
| 19 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 149 | 11% |
| 20 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 717 | 10% |
Most common cities for electrical mechanics
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medford | 1 | 4% | $60,066 |
| 2 | College Park | 1 | 3% | $53,636 |
| 3 | Dania Beach | 1 | 3% | $48,879 |
| 4 | Brentwood | 1 | 2% | $60,004 |
| 5 | Garden Grove | 1 | 1% | $71,956 |
| 6 | Salinas | 1 | 1% | $79,565 |
| 7 | Boston | 1 | 0% | $64,559 |
| 8 | Detroit | 1 | 0% | $60,666 |
| 9 | Fresno | 1 | 0% | $77,196 |
| 10 | Milwaukee | 1 | 0% | $57,529 |
| 11 | Oxnard | 1 | 0% | $73,338 |
Electrical Mechanic job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of electrical mechanic experts
Ronald Widdoss
What general advice would you give to an Electrical Mechanic?
Ronald Widdoss: Be a sponge. Learn all you can and prove to your employer you can be taught and that your up for the challenge.
What Electrical Mechanic skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Ronald Widdoss: Understanding the flow of electricity. Reading wiring diagrams. Diagnosing electrical concerns. Both AC and DC.
What will help Electrical Mechanics increase their earning potential?
Ronald Widdoss: The 3 A's. a. Attendance, show up for work on time ready to work. Not getting dressed or drinking coffee or holding a elongated conversation on your phone.
b. Attitude, get your head in the game, Be ready to take on a challenge and do your best. Be pleasant to co-workers.
c. Aptitude, be ready to learn and raise your skill level.