Electrician Apprenticeship in Montana

Wages, programs & career outlook
MT Median Salary
$68,980/yr
+11% vs. national
National Median
$62,350/yr
MT Employment
2,830
Electricians employed
MT Sponsors
776
Registered programs

Montana Wage Spread

Annual wages for Electricians in Montana across all experience levels.

10th %ile
$48,030
25th %ile
$54,980
Median
$68,980
75th %ile
$78,540
90th %ile
$85,520

Electrician Apprenticeship in Montana

Electricians in Montana earn $68,980/yr at the median — 44% above the $48,060 national average across all occupations. A solid middle-class income that typically comes without student debt.

The $68,980 median edges out the national average of $62,350 by 11%. Montana 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 just 0.3% of the national Electrician workforce (2,830 employed), Montana has a compact market. Apprenticeship programs may be concentrated in one or two metro areas rather than spread across the state.

A Electrician apprenticeship runs 4 years at 8,000 hours. The time-based structure means you're logging real work alongside experienced tradespeople from week one, learning electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, and hands-on wiring in evening or weekend classes.

Prospective Electrician apprentices in Montana have 776 registered sponsors to explore — from union locals to employer-sponsored programs. That depth of options means most regions of the state have accessible entry points.

From $48,030 at the 10th percentile to $85,520 at the 90th, Electrician wages in Montana are fairly compressed. Flat wage structures are common in heavily unionized trades where pay scales are negotiated collectively.

Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in Montana

776 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Montana. Contact directly for program availability and application details.

Organization City County
Shupe's Plumbing & Heating Inc. Absarokee Stillwater County
Anaconda Foundry and Fabrication Company (AFFCO) Anaconda Deer Lodge County
Colbert's Electric INC Anaconda Deer Lodge County
Emerine Contracting LLC Anaconda Deer Lodge County
Tongue River Electric Cooperative, Inc. Ashland Rosebud County
WESTERN SKY ELECTRIC LLC Augusta Lewis And Clark County
Badlands Electric Inc. Baker Fallon County
Direct Electric LLC Baker Fallon County
Timber Creek Plumbing, LLC Ballantine Yellowstone County
1 Plumbing and Heating Belgrade Gallatin County
2nd Nature Plumbing & Heating LLC Belgrade Gallatin County
Accurate Plumbing & Heating Inc. Belgrade Gallatin County
BC Plumbing & Heating Inc. Belgrade Gallatin County
Bob's Plumbing and Drain LLC Belgrade Gallatin County
Bogle Plumbing & Mechanical, LLC Belgrade Gallatin County
CU Electric LLC Belgrade Gallatin County
Campbell's Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Belgrade Gallatin County
Casey Ventures Inc. dba Allied Electric Belgrade Gallatin County
Curt Electric LLC Belgrade Gallatin County
Extreme Plumbing Inc. Belgrade Gallatin County
Gallatin Electric Inc. Belgrade Gallatin County
Grummpy B's Barber Shop Belgrade Gallatin County
Innovative Fire Protection, LLC Belgrade Gallatin County
Kreative Kids Belgrade Gallatin County
Lee Plumbing and Welding Belgrade Gallatin County
+ 5 more sponsors in Montana

Frequently Asked Questions

What do Electricians earn in Montana?
The BLS reports a median wage of $68,980/yr for Electricians in Montana (May 2024 data). Experience, union membership, and specialization all affect where you fall in the range.
How long is a Electrician apprenticeship?
The standard Electrician apprenticeship is 4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom education. Some programs offer accelerated paths for candidates with prior experience.
Is an apprenticeship better than trade school for Electricians?
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?
Demand for Electricians is strong, with 9.5% projected growth through 2034. An aging workforce creates replacement openings even in slower-growth scenarios.
How do I find a Electrician apprenticeship in Montana?
There are 776 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Montana. Start with your local IBEW, UA, or trade union office. You can also check apprenticeship.gov for listings and contact sponsors directly.
How much do Electrician apprentices earn?
Yes. Apprentices earn wages from day one, typically starting at 40-60% of the journeyman rate (roughly $34,490/yr in Montana). 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.