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Electrician Salary in Germany

Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in homes and businesses. The Germany median is $103,217 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$103,217
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,554
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$103,217
Stuttgart, DE
Hourly (national)
$49.62
varies by city

Electrician salary by city in Germany

CityPer year
Stuttgart, DE$103,217
Essen, DE$103,217
Dortmund, DE$103,217
Dresden, DE$103,217
Bremen, DE$103,217
Nuremberg, DE$103,217
Munich, DE$79,723
Frankfurt, DE$75,617
Hamburg, DE$72,081
Berlin, DE$70,370
Düsseldorf, DE$69,914
Cologne, DE$66,835

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a electrician make in Germany?
The national median electrician salary in Germany is about 90.500 € per year (7.500 € per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about 58.600 € to 90.500 €.
Which Germany city pays electricians the most?
Stuttgart, DE pays the most at about 90.500 € per year.
Which Germany city pays electricians the least?
Among cities we cover, Cologne, DE is on the lower end at about 58.600 € per year for a electrician.
What is the typical salary range for a electrician in Germany?
Across Germany cities we cover, electrician pay commonly spans from about 41.500 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 125.300 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Germany cities have electrician salary data?
Pay by Role publishes electrician pay for 12 cities in Germany, all shown in EUR.
Is electrician in demand in Germany?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +11% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Plumber, Carpenter, Chef.