72200 economic 2025-2027
Edmonton Moderate
Canada Moderate
Electricians (except industrial and power system) in Edmonton
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$21.50
/hr
Typical
$38.00
/hr
Experienced
$45.00
/hr
Average: $34.82/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Moderate for electricians (except industrial and power system) (NOC 72200) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- The construction industry is expected to expand as builders respond to the demand generated by population growth and tight supply with resulting demand for employees.
- Home energy efficiency / retrofit programs funded by various levels of government programs are expected to continue to create demand in the renovation sector.
- Office to residential renovation activities are expanding in both Calgary and Edmonton.
Here are some key facts about electricians (except industrial and power system) in the Edmonton region:
- Approximately 6,990 people work in this occupation.
- Electricians (except industrial and power system) mainly work in the following sectors:
- Construction (NAICS 23): 83%