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49-9051 / ELECTRICAL POWER-LINE INSTALLERS AND REPAIRERS
Lineworker pay by state
$91,970U.S. mean annual wage (BLS, May 2025)
$95,320U.S. median annual wage
131,070U.S. employment
Lineworker wages in large states
| State | Mean annual | Median annual | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $78,670 | $78,940 | 17,280 |
| California | $125,270 | $129,040 | 8,930 |
| Florida | $84,900 | $86,870 | 6,420 |
| New York | $108,030 | $121,280 | 5,840 |
| Pennsylvania | $101,970 | $106,230 | 4,150 |
| Ohio | $88,330 | $93,150 | 4,260 |
| Illinois | $107,820 | $108,120 | 3,090 |
| North Carolina | $77,570 | $77,270 | 5,650 |
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025, SOC 49-9051 (Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers). Data as of May 2025. BLS OEWS tables | state data file | national data file.
How people become lineworkers
- Lineworkers typically need a high school diploma or equivalent plus technical instruction and on-the-job training. Apprenticeships are common.
- Employer-sponsored apprenticeships or training programs may last up to 3 years.
- Workers who drive heavy vehicles usually need a state-issued commercial driver's license (CDL).
Source: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers (national; page last modified August 28, 2025; 2024 base). Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent. Projected job growth 2024 to 2034: 7% (much faster than average). BLS OOH: Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers.