From apprentice to master electrician, complete salary data, take-home pay calculations, and strategies to maximize your trade income.
| Role / Level | Annual Salary Range | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice Electrician (Year 1–2) | $42,000 – $58,000 | $49,000 |
| Apprentice Electrician (Year 3–4) | $52,000 – $72,000 | $62,000 |
| Journeyman Electrician | $75,000 – $105,000 | $88,000 |
| Master Electrician | $90,000 – $125,000 | $105,000 |
| Industrial / High Voltage | $95,000 – $140,000 | $115,000 |
| Electrical Supervisor / Foreman | $100,000 – $145,000 | $120,000 |
| Province | Average Salary | Est. Take-Home (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta | $98,000 | $6,150 |
| British Columbia | $92,000 | $5,730 |
| Ontario | $88,000 | $5,500 |
| Saskatchewan | $85,000 | $5,320 |
| Manitoba | $78,000 | $4,850 |
| Quebec | $75,000 | $4,450 |
| Nova Scotia | $70,000 | $4,320 |
| New Brunswick | $68,000 | $4,190 |
Estimated Annual Take-Home Pay:
| Deduction | Amount |
|---|---|
| Federal Income Tax | ~$11,900 |
| Ontario Provincial Tax | ~$5,800 |
| CPP Contributions | ~$3,800 |
| EI Premiums | ~$1,049 |
| Total Deductions | ~$22,550 |
| Take-Home Pay | ~$62,450/yr ($5,204/mo) |
Based on an Ontario electrician earning $85,000. Alberta electricians earning the same take home approximately $5,600/month.
Moving from journeyman to master electrician adds $15,000–$25,000 in annual earnings and opens the door to owning your own electrical contracting business.
Electricians regularly work overtime, especially during major construction projects. If overtime pushes you into a higher tax bracket, contribute extra to your RRSP before year-end to bring your taxable income back down.
If you're self-employed or incorporated, tools, vehicles, and safety equipment are all deductible business expenses. Keep receipts for everything you buy for work.
Use your TFSA to shelter investment income. In 2026, cumulative room is $102,000. Electricians with irregular income benefit greatly from having a liquid emergency fund in a TFSA.
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