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Job outlook for marine electricians in the United States
Marine electrician job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected marine electrician job growth rate is 7% from 2018-2028.
About 50,200 new jobs for marine electricians are projected over the next decade.
Marine electrician salaries have increased 8% for marine electricians in the last 5 years.
There are over 200,213 marine electricians currently employed in the United States.
There are 26,034 active marine electrician job openings in the US.
The average marine electrician salary is $58,568.
Are marine electrician jobs in demand?
Marine electrician job and salary trends over time
Marine electrician jobs over time
Marine electrician job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 200,213 | 0.06% |
| 2020 | 202,038 | 0.06% |
| 2019 | 211,919 | 0.06% |
| 2018 | 201,831 | 0.06% |
| 2017 | 194,212 | 0.06% |
Average marine electrician salary over time
Marine electrician salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $58,568 | $28.16 | +1.3% |
| 2025 | $57,827 | $27.80 | +1.8% |
| 2024 | $56,808 | $27.31 | +2.0% |
| 2023 | $55,697 | $26.78 | +2.6% |
| 2022 | $54,266 | $26.09 | +1.6% |
Marine electrician jobs by state
Most common states for marine electricians
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 68 | 10% |
| 2 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 112 | 8% |
| 3 | Alaska | 739,795 | 56 | 8% |
| 4 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 567 | 7% |
| 5 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 77 | 7% |
| 6 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 39 | 7% |
| 7 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 47 | 6% |
| 8 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 252 | 5% |
| 9 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 214 | 5% |
| 10 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 163 | 5% |
| 11 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 147 | 5% |
| 12 | Delaware | 961,939 | 52 | 5% |
| 13 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 44 | 5% |
| 14 | Vermont | 623,657 | 34 | 5% |
| 15 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 283 | 4% |
| 16 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 269 | 4% |
| 17 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 66 | 4% |
| 18 | Hawaii | 1,427,538 | 63 | 4% |
| 19 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 55 | 4% |
| 20 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 43 | 4% |
Most common cities for marine electricians
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oceanside | 1 | 1% | $60,101 |
| 2 | San Diego | 5 | 0% | $59,278 |
Marine Electrician job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of marine electrician experts
Ronald Widdoss
What general advice would you give to a Marine Electrician?
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 Marine Electrician 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 Marine Electricians 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.