Electrician Salary in Perth (2026)

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Electricians in Perth earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $166,331. That sits 25% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 123 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 0% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↑ +24 listings vs last month
💰 Electrician · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $166,331
Median: $125,000
Aug $125k
Sep $125k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $100,000 – $166,331
Overall $100k–$166k Mid $100k–$166k $97k $111k $126k $141k $156k $171k
High confidence 123 listings (+24 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 123 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 40.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 59.2% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $100,000 Median  $125,000 $166,331  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

At 123 listings and the 100th percentile for demand, electricians are the highest-volume trade in Perth, and at $125,000 they remain the best paid in the country. Newcastle is next at $112,000, then Brisbane at $109,000, with Adelaide and Melbourne at $103,000 and Sydney last at $102,000. That $22,000 to $23,000 premium over the eastern capitals has held all year. Listings rose 24% with the median unchanged. At 41% salary disclosure the figure is reasonably well supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $125,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,754
Monthly (net)
~$7,599
Annual (net)
~$91,183
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $139,375

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 qualified electrician starts at $100,000 in Perth, which is roughly what a typical electrician earns in Melbourne or Adelaide. The licence is the barrier and apprentice rates sit outside this range. High voltage tickets, instrumentation training and mine site inductions are what move pay toward the upper end.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Perth?
Yes, more than anywhere else in the country. At $125,000 an electrician earns 25% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000, with take-home near $1,754 a week and moderate living costs. The same licence earns $22,000 less in Sydney and $23,000 less in Adelaide and Melbourne. FIFO rosters are usually what comes attached to the upper end.
How much does a Senior Electrician make in Perth?
The ceiling is $166,000, the highest electrician ceiling in this report, reached through mine site work, shutdown supervision or high voltage specialisation. Auto electricians in Perth earn $160,000 as a median, which is the clearest adjacent move and worth $35,000. Project engineering at $160,000 is where the trade leads once you leave the tools.

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Electrician salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $125,000 0%
Newcastle $112,138 -10%
Brisbane $109,340 -13%
Adelaide $103,740 -17%
Melbourne $103,740 -17%

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