Salaries/Electrician vs Plumber

Electrician vs Plumber Salary

Side-by-side 2026 salary comparison across entry-level, mid-level, and senior pay for Electrician and Plumber roles in the US.

Bottom line (mid-level, US median)

Electricians earn $0 (0% more) than Plumbers on average.

Electrician vs Plumber by City

Location	Electrician (Mid)	Plumber (Mid)	Difference
New York	$82K	$82K	+$0K
Los Angeles	$74K	$74K	+$0K
Chicago	$67K	$67K	+$0K
Dallas	$64K	$64K	+$0K
Houston	$63K	$63K	+$0K
Washington D.C.	$77K	$77K	+$0K
Philadelphia	$65K	$65K	+$0K
Atlanta	$64K	$64K	+$0K

Trades

Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

Trades

Install and maintain piping, fixtures, and water systems in residential and commercial buildings.

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