Electrician Salary in Perth (2026)

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Electricians in Perth earn a median salary of $130,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $167,960. That sits 30% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 117 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 1% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↑ +18 listings vs last month
💰 Electrician · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $167,960
Median: $130,000
May $125k
Jun $130k
↑ Trending up

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level $100,000 – $167,960
Overall $100k–$167k Mid $100k–$167k $97k $112k $127k $142k $157k $172k
High confidence 117 listings (+18 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $100,000 Median  $130,000 $167,960  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Electricians are the hottest trade in Perth, sitting in the 99th percentile for demand with 117 listings, up from 99, the sharpest volume in this batch. Pay backs it up: the $130k median leads every other capital (Brisbane $108.7k, Sydney $104.7k) and runs 30% above Perth's all-roles median. The median rose $5k over the month, so wages are climbing with demand. Perth's mining and resources sector is the engine, pulling sparkies onto FIFO and shutdown work where the $167.9k ceiling lives.

Take Home Pay (based on median $130,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,812
Monthly (net)
~$7,853
Annual (net)
~$94,233
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $144,950

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Electrician in Perth?
A licensed electrician starts around $100k in Perth, high for a trade because the resources market bids hard. The lever toward the $167.9k top is the sector and the roster: a high-voltage, instrumentation or hazardous-area (EEHA) ticket, FIFO rosters into mining, and shutdown work that carries heavy loading. The base licence is the entry ticket, the endorsements are the pay.
Is $130,000 a good salary in Perth?
Yes, clearly. At $130k the median runs 30% above Perth's $100k all-roles figure and nets about $94k after tax in a moderate-cost city, one of the strongest trade positions in the country. Perth pays electricians roughly $25k more than Sydney does for the same licence, driven entirely by resources demand. The only trade-off is the FIFO lifestyle that underpins the top of the band.
How much does a Senior Electrician make in Perth?
The range reaches $167.9k for electricians on FIFO, HV or instrumentation work. The move up is endorsements and supervision: an HV switching ticket, EEHA competency, or stepping into a leading-hand or electrical-supervisor role on a resources project. Related trades like Auto Electrician and Project Engineer ($160k) show the ceiling for those who specialise or move into project delivery.

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Electrician salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $130,000 —
Brisbane $108,680 -16%
Adelaide $106,210 -18%
Sydney $104,728 -19%
Melbourne $100,000 -23%

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