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Electricians Employment & Job Outlook in Nebraska (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

Nebraska employs 6,440 Electricians professionals, below the national average concentration.

Data: BLS OEWS 2025 • Nebraska employment outlook • Updated 2026-05-19

Total Employed
6,440
professionals
Jobs per 1,000
6.44
workers
Location Quotient
0.43
vs national avg
Average Salary
$63K
annual

Below Average Demand in Nebraska

The location quotient (LQ) of 0.43 indicates that Nebraska has a below-average concentration of Electricians professionals. This may suggest fewer local opportunities compared to other states, though national trends should also be considered.

Note: Location Quotient (LQ) is the ratio of the percentage of workers in an occupation in a given area to the percentage in that occupation nationwide. An LQ > 1.0 means above-average concentration; < 1.0 means below-average.

Nebraska vs National Average

Total Employed
6,440
National: 757,240
0.9% of national
Jobs per 1,000
6.44
National: 14.85
-56.6%
Average Salary
$63K
National: $71K
-10.6%

Top States by Electricians Employment

#1
76,770
76,770
employed
#2
73,310
73,310
employed
#3
49,700
49,700
employed
#4
40,130
40,130
employed
#5
28,950
28,950
employed
#6
23,630
23,630
employed
#7
23,530
23,530
employed
#8
23,120
23,120
employed
#9
22,730
22,730
employed
#10
21,650
21,650
employed

What Does a Electricians Earn in Nebraska?

The average annual salary for a Electricians in Nebraska is $63,960. For a detailed breakdown by percentile, entry-level, median, and senior salaries, see the comprehensive salary guide below.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Electricians jobs are there in Nebraska?

Nebraska employs approximately 6,440 Electricians professionals (2025 BLS data). This ranks Nebraska for this occupation nationwide.

Is Electricians in demand in Nebraska?

Nebraska has average or below-average concentration of Electricians jobs (LQ: 0.43). A Location Quotient above 1.0 indicates higher-than-average demand.

What is the average salary for Electricians in Nebraska?

The average (mean) salary for Electricians in Nebraska is $63960/year. See our detailed salary page for percentile breakdowns.

What is a Location Quotient (LQ)?

Location Quotient measures how concentrated an occupation is in a state compared to the national average. LQ > 1.0 means the state has more of that job proportionally. LQ > 1.2 indicates strong demand.

Which states employ the most Electricians professionals?

The top state for Electricians employment is Texas with 76,770 jobs.

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Data Source

Employment and location quotient data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2025. This data reflects total employment, jobs per 1,000 workers, location quotient, and average salary for Electricians (SOC 472111) in Nebraska.

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