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Data current as of August 2026 · sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and O*NET
Average base salary, Mississippi
$51,500 / year
≈ $4,300 per month · $24.76 per hour
BLS May 2025 state data for Mississippi · median $51,000
25th percentile
$38,000Average
$51,50075th percentile
$60,000
$38,000Average
$51,50075th percentile
$60,000
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers salary by state
Alabama$45,500
Arizona$56,000
Arkansas$52,500
California$68,500
Colorado$65,500
Connecticut$66,500
Delaware$50,000
Florida$53,000
Georgia$47,000
Idaho$51,000
Illinois$86,500
Indiana$51,000
Iowa$51,000
Kansas$71,000
Kentucky$52,500
Louisiana$63,500
Maine$61,000
Maryland$65,000
Massachusetts$73,000
Michigan$56,500
Minnesota$61,500
Mississippi$51,500
Missouri$51,000
Nebraska$59,000
Nevada$63,000
New Hampshire$56,500
New Jersey$66,000
New York$70,000
North Carolina$48,500
North Dakota$61,000
Ohio$57,500
Oklahoma$42,500
Oregon$55,500
Pennsylvania$65,000
South Carolina$60,000
South Dakota$53,000
Tennessee$41,500
Texas$62,500
Utah$60,000
Virginia$64,000
Washington$66,000
West Virginia$52,500
Wisconsin$74,000
About this role
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers is a professional role within the function in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family.
Pay for this title reflects both its level and its scope; see our Title Level and Organization Responsibility guides for how WePayFairly defines them.
What Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairerss do
Typical education: Post-Secondary Certificate
- Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
- Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.
- Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices.
- Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
- Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies.
Top skills: Repairing Troubleshooting Equipment Maintenance Quality Control Analysis Equipment Selection Critical Thinking
Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers pay by experience level
Entry level$38,500
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$47,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$58,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$71,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$88,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+3.4%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
1,700
projected openings per year
Growing about as fast as average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers salary by industry
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
4,150 workers
$61,500Repair and Maintenance
3,080 workers
$56,000Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods (4232, 4233, 4235, 4236, 4237, and 4239 only)
2,910 workers
$59,000Commercial & Industrial Machinery & Equipment (except Automotive & Electronic) Repair & Maintenance
2,610 workers
$57,000Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
1,200 workers
$62,000Machinery, Equipment, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
1,170 workers
$69,500Electrical Equipment Manufacturing
1,100 workers
$60,000Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
790 workers
$51,000Specialty Trade Contractors
570 workers
$59,500Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
560 workers
$101,000National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers pays 9% below the average across 52 roles in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family (family average $66,500).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers make?
The average base salary for a Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers in the United States is $60,500 per year, or about $29.09 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $47,000 and $71,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair roles?
The Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family averages $66,500 across 52 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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