How much does a Lineman make?

Updated Nov 17, 2023

Experience

Industry

Total Pay Range
$45K - $78K/yr
Base Pay
$42K - $73K/yr
Additional Pay
$3K - $5K/yr

$59K

/yr
$45K$78K
Most Likely Range

The estimated total pay for a Lineman is $58,796 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $55,456 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $3,340 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

How accurate is this most likely Total Pay range (base + additional) of $45K-$78K/yr?

Total Pay Trajectory

For Lineman I

$56,952 /yr
Lineman I
$58,796 /yr
Lineman
$73,808 /yr
Senior Lineman
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What is the total pay trajectory for Lineman I?

Job TitleSalary
Lineman I$56,952 /yr
Lineman$58,796 /yr
Senior Lineman$73,808 /yr

Top Paying Companies

For a Lineman in United States

Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Lineman in United States. Employers include Duke Energy, Southern California Edison and Eversource Energy.

1
Duke Energy
Duke Energy
$75,371/yr
32 open jobs
8
AT&T
$62,209/yr
9
GVEC
$61,409/yr
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Top Paying Companies

For Lineman in United States

1Duke Energy$75,371
2Southern California Edison$75,223
3Eversource Energy$73,527
4Georgia Power$72,813
5Verizon$66,484
6Florida Power & Light$65,642
7Amtrak$62,650
8AT&T$62,209
9GVEC$61,409
10Henkels & McCoy$60,969
Total Pay Trajectory

For Lineman I

$56,952 /yr
Lineman I
$58,796 /yr
Lineman
$73,808 /yr
Senior Lineman
See Full Career Path

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What is the total pay trajectory for Lineman I?

Job TitleSalary
Lineman I$56,952 /yr
Lineman$58,796 /yr
Senior Lineman$73,808 /yr

What are total pay estimates for a Lineman at different companies?

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Pike Corporation
3.3
LinemanSee 34 salaries from all locations

$29

 / hr
Verizon
3.8
LinemanSee 22 salaries from all locations

$66,484

 / yr
AT&T
3.6
LinemanSee 20 salaries from all locations

$30

 / hr
Duke Energy
4
LinemanSee 17 salaries from all locations

$36

 / hr
Utility Lines Construction Services
3.2
LinemanSee 14 salaries from all locations

$28

 / hr
Eversource Energy
3.6
LinemanSee 10 salaries from all locations

$73,527

 / yr
Amtrak
3.4
LinemanSee 10 salaries from all locations

$30

 / hr

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Southern California Edison
4
LinemanSee 10 salaries from all locations

$75,223

 / yr
MasTec
3.2
LinemanSee 8 salaries from all locations

$27

 / hr
US Army
3.8
LinemanSee 7 salaries from all locations

$54,464

 / yr
Georgia Power
4
LinemanSee 7 salaries from all locations

$35

 / hr
Communication Data Link
3.8
LinemanSee 6 salaries from all locations

$27

 / hr
GVEC
4.7
LinemanSee 6 salaries from all locations

$61,409

 / yr
Florida Power & Light
3.7
LinemanSee 6 salaries from all locations

$65,642

 / yr
Spectrum
3.3
LinemanSee 6 salaries from all locations

$25

 / hr
Novinium
2.8
LinemanSee 6 salaries from all locations

$27

 / hr
US Marine Corps
3.9
LinemanSee 5 salaries from all locations

$4,405

 / mo
Elliot
3.5
LinemanSee 5 salaries from all locations

$25

 / hr
Ervin Cable Construction
3.6
LinemanSee 5 salaries from all locations

$26

 / hr
ADB Companies
3
LinemanSee 5 salaries from all locations

$26

 / hr
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Lineman Salaries

Job TitleSalary
Pike Corporation Lineman salaries - 34 salaries reported$29/hr
Verizon Lineman salaries - 22 salaries reported$66,484/yr
AT&T Lineman salaries - 20 salaries reported$30/hr
Duke Energy Lineman salaries - 17 salaries reported$36/hr
Utility Lines Construction Services Lineman salaries - 14 salaries reported$28/hr
Eversource Energy Lineman salaries - 10 salaries reported$73,527/yr
Amtrak Lineman salaries - 10 salaries reported$30/hr
Southern California Edison Lineman salaries - 10 salaries reported$75,223/yr
MasTec Lineman salaries - 8 salaries reported$27/hr
US Army Lineman salaries - 7 salaries reported$54,464/yr
Georgia Power Lineman salaries - 7 salaries reported$35/hr
Communication Data Link Lineman salaries - 6 salaries reported$27/hr
GVEC Lineman salaries - 6 salaries reported$61,409/yr
Florida Power & Light Lineman salaries - 6 salaries reported$65,642/yr
Spectrum Lineman salaries - 6 salaries reported$25/hr
Novinium Lineman salaries - 6 salaries reported$27/hr
US Marine Corps Lineman salaries - 5 salaries reported$4,405/mo
Elliot Lineman salaries - 5 salaries reported$25/hr
Ervin Cable Construction Lineman salaries - 5 salaries reported$26/hr
ADB Companies Lineman salaries - 5 salaries reported$26/hr
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Top Paying Industries

For a Lineman in United States

The top 5 paying industries for a Lineman in United States are Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $72,813, Transportation & Logistics with a median total pay of $62,650, Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $57,239, Telecommunications with a median total pay of $55,371, and Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $53,662.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Energy, Mining & UtilitiesEnergy, Mining & Utilities$72,813

    18% Higher than other industries

  • Transportation & LogisticsTransportation & Logistics$62,650

    4% Higher than other industries

  • Construction, Repair & Maintenance ServicesConstruction, Repair & Maintenance Services$57,239

    5% Lower than other industries

  • TelecommunicationsTelecommunications$55,371

    8% Lower than other industries

  • Government & Public AdministrationGovernment & Public Administration$53,662

    12% Lower than other industries

Energy, Mining & Utilities

Top paying companies in Energy, Mining & Utilities for Lineman are Duke Energy, Southern California Edison, and Eversource Energy.

Duke EnergyDuke Energy$75,371/yr

Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview

What is the pay outlook for Skilled Labor & Manufacturing?

Skilled labor jobs like manufacturing, construction and warehousing are in high demand. Warehousing and logistics jobs are projected to grow rapidly with the growth of e-commerce and often pay higher salaries than other jobs that don't require a college degree. While a college degree is not generally required, training in new skills or earning certifications and licenses can be a way to earn a higher salary. While job opportunities are projected to grow, automation remains a risk to the long-term job outlook.

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Location

Total Pay

Base Pay | Additional Pay

Total Years of Experience

Years at Recent Employer

Submitted

Date or Time

Underground Miner

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$50,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Construction Lineman

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$30

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Lineman

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$17

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Lineman

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$9

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Telecom Lineman

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$25

/hr

Submitted 2 days ago

1-3 years
2 days ago
Soccer Referee

United States of America

 | <1 year

$10

/hr

Submitted 2 days ago

<1 year
2 days ago

Lineman pay FAQ

The average salary for a Lineman is $58,796 per year in United States. Salaries estimates are based on 766 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Lineman employees in United States.

The highest salary for a Lineman in United States is $77,760 per year.

The lowest salary for a Lineman in United States is $44,585 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Lineman or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Lineman.

Working as a line installer and repairer (lineman) provides fulfilling and accessible work to candidates who wish to pursue mastery in a vocational trade instead of earning a four-year academic education. Pay for line installer and repairer roles is similar to that of other skilled trades such as automotive specialists and bakers. Their services are demanded around the clock, so line installer and repairers can increase their pay by working multiple shifts.

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Being a lineman can be a challenging and fulfilling career. According to Glassdoor data, 71% of linemen are satisfied with their salary. When a natural disaster hits, there is often overtime pay opportunity. With bonuses and profit sharing, a lineman can earn $3,340.40 in additional pay each year.

At the peak of your lineman career, you can expect to earn a salary of around $99,786.55 per year, although it will take years of experience and training to reach it. At the start of your career as a lineman, or if you have less experience, you may earn around $34,768.01. A lineman's average salary is around $55,455.93.

There are a few sources of additional income that you can pursue as a lineman. A major source of additional income is overtime pay, especially for natural disaster response teams. You should also seek out a union membership, as union jobs tend to pay more. Be aware that unions will have specific requirements for moving up in the lineman career, such as requiring several years as a lineman apprentice and then as a journeyman. You will also be given a long list of licenses and certifications that you must complete, such as obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL) and being certified to use a Hilti gun.

If you already have experience as an apprentice or journeyman lineman, then you may be in a position to demand a larger salary during your lineman interview.

And if you are already a lineman, then you can approach your manager to ask for a pay increase. To put yourself in the best position for approval, understand the job requirements for a senior lineman. This information can be obtained from your management, your union rep, or even by doing a search for lineman jobs. If you have the experience and certifications needed, then you may be able to ask for a pay increase of around 15% to 20%.

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