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Industrial Electrician Wages in Nova Scotia
Median hourly pay, how it has moved since 2017, and how each economic region compares. 2025 data.
Median hourly
$40.00
Low (10th pct)
$30.00
High (90th pct)
$50.00
Vs. national
5% below
Wage trend
The median wage for industrial electricians in Nova Scotia rose from $28.10 in 2017 to $40.00 in 2025 — 42% over 8 years, before inflation. The dashed break marks the 2021 reclassification: the two segments are measured on different occupational definitions and are shown separately rather than joined.
By region within Nova Scotia
| Economic region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax | $33.00 | $41.77 | $50.00 |
| Annapolis Valley | $28.32 | $40.07 | $50.42 |
| North Shore | $28.29 | $38.93 | $49.35 |
| Southern | $26.86 | $38.54 | $44.90 |
Other trades in Nova Scotia
- Electricians
- Powerline Technicians
- Plumbers
- Steamfitters and Pipefitters
- Carpenters
- Welders
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Ironworkers
- Machinists
- Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics
- Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Automotive Service Technicians
- Concrete Finishers
- Drywall Installers
- Roofers
- Painters and Decorators
- Machining Contractors and Supervisors
- Electrical Contractors and Supervisors
- Carpentry Contractors and Supervisors
- Construction Contractors and Supervisors
- Mechanic Shop Contractors and Supervisors
- Heavy Equipment Crew Supervisors
Official classification: Industrial electricians (NOC 72201). Source: Labour Force Survey.