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Powerline Technician Wages in Nova Scotia
Median hourly pay, how it has moved since 2017, and how each economic region compares. 2025 data.
Median hourly
$51.35
Low (10th pct)
$29.61
High (90th pct)
$70.79
Vs. national
12% above
Wage trend
The median wage for powerline technicians in Nova Scotia rose from $33.77 in 2017 to $51.35 in 2025 — 52% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annapolis Valley | $31.64 | $53.84 | $75.59 |
| North Shore | $29.33 | $53.09 | $69.90 |
| Halifax | $28.03 | $49.51 | $67.95 |
Other trades in Nova Scotia
- Electricians
- Industrial Electricians
- 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: Electrical power line and cable workers (NOC 72203). Source: Small Area Estimation.