A typical Electrician III working in metro Pennsylvania -- Allentown is expected to earn a median base salary of $43,241. Half of the people in this job are expected to earn between $37,934 and $49,175 (i.e., between the 25th and 75th percentiles). These numbers are based on national averages of $38,551 and $49,975 then adjusted by geographic salary differentials.

Depending on experience, apprentices usually start at between 30 and 50 percent of the rate paid to experienced electricians. As they become more skilled, they receive periodic increases throughout the course of the apprenticeship program. Many employers also provide training opportunities for experienced electricians to improve their skills.