Electrician Apprenticeship in Indiana

Wages, programs & career outlook
IN Median Salary
$65,480/yr
+5% vs. national
National Median
$62,350/yr
IN Employment
17,370
Electricians employed
IN Sponsors
1307
Registered programs

Indiana Wage Spread

Annual wages for Electricians in Indiana across all experience levels.

10th %ile
$39,940
25th %ile
$49,330
Median
$65,480
75th %ile
$82,900
90th %ile
$94,730

Electrician Apprenticeship in Indiana

The median Electrician in Indiana earns $65,480 annually, outpacing the national all-occupation median by 36%. The trade offers a reliable path to financial stability in the state.

The $65,480 median edges out the national average of $62,350 by 5%. Indiana is an above-average but not exceptional market for Electrician apprenticeships.

Job growth for Electricians is projected at 9.5% through 2034. Combined with 81,000 annual openings from retirements and expansion, apprenticeship completers are well-positioned.

At 17,370 employed Electricians, Indiana holds 2.1% of the national market. Enough critical mass for functional apprenticeship programs, though not as many options as the top-employing states.

Becoming a Electrician through apprenticeship takes roughly 4 years — 8,000 hours split between on-the-job training and classroom study covering electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, and hands-on wiring. Wages start at a fraction of journeyman rate and increase on a set schedule.

With 1,307 sponsors on record, Indiana ranks among the top states for apprenticeship access. Whether through IBEW locals, contractor-run programs, or state-sponsored initiatives, entry points are plentiful.

The 10th-to-90th percentile gap for Electricians in Indiana ($39,940 to $94,730) covers $54,790. Moving up that curve comes from years on the job, foreman promotions, and contractor relationships.

Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in Indiana

1307 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Indiana. Contact directly for program availability and application details.

Organization City County
Town of Albany - Wastewater Dept. Albany
Town of Albany - Water Dept. Albany
NOBLE R.E.M.C. Albion Noble County
D1 MOLD AND TOOL Alexandria Madison County
INMAP-FMS-03 Alexandria Alexandria
Udder Angels Childcare, LLC Alexandria
American Earthworks LLC Anderson Madison County
Anderson Community School Corporation Anderson
Anderson Community School Corporation-Southview Preschool Center Anderson
Anderson Municipal Light & Power Anderson Madison County
Cheetah Capital Management dba NARDCO Heating and Air Anderson Madison County
Detour Salon & Style Anderson
Essential Senior Health and Living Anderson
Even Flow Plumbing of Indiana, Inc. Anderson Madison County
Gateway Association Inc Anderson
Gateway Association, Inc. Anderson
I.U.O.E. LOCAL #103 Apprenticeship & Training Program J.A.C. Anderson Madison County
My Guy Plumbing, LLC Anderson Madison County
Park Place Children's Center Anderson
Perfecto Tool & Engineering Anderson Madison County
Plumbing Doctors LLC dba Home Heroes Plbg Htg & Air Anderson Madison County
Summers of Anderson Anderson Delaware County
Telamon-Transition Resources Anderson
WorkOne - Anderson Anderson
AAA Sales & Engineering Inc. Angola Steuben County
+ 5 more sponsors in Indiana

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Electrician salary in Indiana?
The median annual wage for Electricians in Indiana is $65,480 as of May 2024. Wages range from $39,940 at the 10th percentile to $94,730 at the 90th percentile.
How many years does it take to become a Electrician through apprenticeship?
A typical Electrician apprenticeship lasts approximately 4 years (8,000 hours of on-the-job training). The program combines paid work experience with related classroom instruction.
Should I do a Electrician apprenticeship or go to trade school?
The key difference: apprenticeships pay you during training while trade schools charge tuition. Many employers prefer apprenticeship-trained Electricians, but trade school can give you a head start on the classroom requirements.
Are Electrician jobs growing?
The BLS projects 9.5% employment growth for Electricians through 2034 — strong demand. About 81000 positions open annually through both growth and retirements.
How do I find a Electrician apprenticeship in Indiana?
Contact one of the 1307 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Indiana, or visit apprenticeship.gov to search for programs. Local union halls, community colleges, and state apprenticeship agencies are good starting points.
Do Electrician apprentices get paid during training?
Yes. Apprentices earn wages from day one, typically starting at 40-60% of the journeyman rate (roughly $32,740/yr in Indiana). Wages increase at regular intervals — usually every 6 months — as you progress through the program.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.