Electrician salary in Sydney NSW

The average salary for an Electrician is $52.09 per hour in Sydney NSW. This figure is based on 151 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 14 August 2026.

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Electrician salaries in Sydney NSW typically range between a low of $37.41 and a high of $72.53 per hour, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Electrician in Sydney NSW include Newcastle NSW at $64.82 per hour, Dubbo NSW at $56.91 per hour and Botany NSW at $54.07 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Electrician in Sydney NSW include Exact Contracting (USD 175,000 per year) and scee (USD 145,600 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Electrician salary in Sydney NSW compares to related positions:

• Apprentice Electrician: Average $59,378 per year
• Senior Electrician: Average $55.17 per hour
• Journeyperson Electrician: Average $90,080 per year
• Junior Electrician: Average $92,904 per year
• Master Electrician: Average $153,826 per year