How much does a Electrician earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Electrician in New Zealand ranges from NZD 11,333 to NZD 13,334 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 2,920 job listings

Salary Guide

Electrician Salary in New Zealand

Based on 2,920 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$11,333 - $13,334

Median salary

$11,333 - $13,334

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$9K

25th percentile$11K

Median$11K

75th percentile$13K

90th percentile$15K

50% of professionals earn between $10,833 - $13,334 NZD

The median salary is $11,333

Top cities

Auckland488 job openings

Christchurch304 job openings

Wellington242 job openings

Hamilton108 job openings

Queenstown91 job openings

Dunedin78 job openings

Tauranga72 job openings

New Plymouth67 job openings

Timaru65 job openings

Christchurch Central59 job openings

Invercargill56 job openings

Taupo42 job openings

Ashburton30 job openings

Hastings29 job openings

Dunedin Central24 job openings

Rotorua23 job openings

Nelson22 job openings

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Electrician

2,920 job openings

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The average salary for a Electrician in New Zealand is NZD 11,333 - NZD 13,334 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 12,334 per year, based on 2,920 active job listings.

The cities with the most Electrician job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Hamilton, Queenstown. Auckland leads with 488 job openings.

Explore 2,920 Electrician job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.