Lineman Salary in 2026
Install and maintain electrical power lines and telecommunications cables.
Median Salary
$72,000
$6,000/mo
Entry Level
$48,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$98,000
experienced
Job Growth
+8%
10-yr outlook
Lineman Overview
Install and maintain electrical power lines and telecommunications cables.
Education
Apprenticeship
Experience
3-4 years
Industry
Trades
Total Jobs (US)
120K
5-Year Growth
+5%
Category
Trades
Hourly Rate
$34.62/hr
Monthly Pay
$6,000
Lineman Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Lineman salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Lineman Salary
$81,000
$6,750/month · $3,115/biweekly · $38.94/hr
Lineman Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Lineman field.
Entry-level Linemans earn around $48,000, while the top 10% earn $108,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Linemans
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $85,000 | +$13,000 |
| New York | $83,000 | +$11,000 |
| Alaska | $78,000 | +$6,000 |
| Texas | $71,000 | $-1,000 |
| Florida | $71,000 | $-1,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Linemans
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $85,000 | +$13,000 |
| Los Angeles | $81,000 | +$9,000 |
| Anchorage | $78,000 | +$6,000 |
| Miami | $73,000 | +$1,000 |
| Houston | $71,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Lineman Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Lineman from entry level to expert.
$48,000
0-2 years
$73,000
3-7 years
$98,000
8-14 years
$118,000
15+ years
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