Quick answer: The median electrician in New Hampshire earns $30.21/hr — about $62,840 a year (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025), and the most experienced earn $92,000+. To hire one, an electrical contractor typically bills $65–$90 per hour — roughly 2–3× the worker's wage, to cover overhead and profit.
Here's the full picture: what electricians earn, what shops bill, what common jobs cost, how pay varies by metro, and how New Hampshire compares to other states.
Electrician income in New Hampshire (2025)
Based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for New Hampshire's ~3,330 electricians:
| Experience level | Hourly | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry-level (10th percentile) | $20.76 | ~$3,598 | ~$43,181 |
| Median (typical) | $30.21 | ~$5,237 | $62,840 |
| Experienced (90th percentile) | $44.16 | ~$7,654 | ~$91,853 |
Monthly and annual figures assume full-time work (about 2,080 hours a year).
What you earn vs. what you charge
The wages above are what a electrician takes home. What a electrical contractor bills the customer is higher — it has to cover the truck, tools, insurance, licensing, fuel, office time, and profit. A shop typically bills 2.2–3× the worker's wage:
| Rate | |
|---|---|
| Median electrician wage (earned) | ~$30/hr |
| Typical shop rate (charged) | $65–$90/hr |
Where New Hampshire ranks
New Hampshire pays electricians right at the national median, ranking 32nd of 51 states — in the lower-middle nationally:
| Benchmark | Median hourly wage |
|---|---|
| Highest — Oregon | $48.71 |
| New Hampshire (32nd) | $30.21 |
| National median | $30.38 |
| Lowest — Arkansas | $23.59 |
Electrician rates by New Hampshire metro
Pay varies widely within the state. Median electrician wage by metro area (BLS, 2025):
| Metro area | Median wage | Typical billed rate |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester-Nashua | $30.81/hr | $70–$90/hr |
| Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $29.70/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $28.77/hr | $65–$85/hr |
| Southwestern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $28.48/hr | $65–$85/hr |
What common electrical jobs cost in New Hampshire
At New Hampshire billed rates, here's what typical jobs run — labor plus materials, and every job differs:
| Job | Typical New Hampshire range |
|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic | $75–$150 |
| Install outlet or switch | $125–$300 |
| Ceiling fan installation | $150–$400 |
| Panel / breaker replacement | $1,000–$2,500 |
| Whole-home rewire | $3,000–$9,000 |
| EV charger installation | $400–$1,200 |
| Light fixture installation | $100–$300 + fixture |
| Troubleshoot wiring issue | $125–$450 |
| Add a dedicated circuit | $200–$700 |
| Standby generator hookup | $500–$1,500 |
Typical ranges to benchmark against — not quotes.
How electricians compare to other trades in New Hampshire
Here's how electrician pay lines up against New Hampshire's other skilled trades:
| Trade | Median wage | Typical billed rate |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC technician | $35.51/hr | $80–$105/hr |
| Plumber | $32.12/hr | $70–$95/hr |
| Electrician | $30.21/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| Carpenter | $29.42/hr | $65–$90/hr |
| Roofer | $28.76/hr | $65–$85/hr |
Setting your own rate
Use these as benchmarks, not rules — your rate has to cover your real overhead and the profit margin you need. See how to price a job to run the math, then build a quote with the free electrician estimate generator, or download BIG INVOICE to invoice from your phone with your rates saved.
Do electricians need a license in New Hampshire?
Licensing requirements depend on the trade and where you work. See New Hampshire contractor & trade licensing to check whether electricians need a state license in New Hampshire, which board issues it, and how to apply.
Frequently asked questions
How much do electricians make in New Hampshire?
The median electrician in New Hampshire earns about $62,840 a year ($30.21/hr) per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). Entry-level electricians earn around $43,000 and the most experienced earn $92,000 or more.
Can a electrician make $100,000 a year in New Hampshire?
Rarely as an employee — the top 10% of electricians in New Hampshire earn about $92,000 a year. The usual path past $100,000 is running your own electrical contractor and billing $65–$90/hr, where revenue — not just an hourly wage — is the ceiling.
How much do electricians charge per hour in New Hampshire?
In 2025, most New Hampshire electricians bill $65–$90 per hour. That billed rate covers the worker's wage (a $30/hr median) plus overhead and profit — it is not take-home pay.
Do electricians earn more in New Hampshire than nationally?
New Hampshire pays electricians right about the national median of $30.38/hr, ranking 32nd of 51 states.
Which New Hampshire city pays electricians the most?
Manchester-Nashua, at a $30.81/hr median wage, is among the highest-paying metros in the state for electricians.
Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Billed rates and job-cost ranges are illustrative estimates (median wage × 2.2–3.0 overhead-and-profit markup), not quotes. Updated August 2026.