What are the main factors that influence an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Apprentice Lineman/Groundman?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Apprentice Lineman/Groundman roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's salary?

An Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's salary grows with experience: starting around $63,704 for beginners, reaching about $98,812 at mid-level, and approach $134,764 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman?

Apprentice Lineman/Groundman salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Apprentice Lineman/Groundman roles are District of Columbia $70,786, California $70,517, Massachusetts $69,577. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Apprentice Lineman/Groundman roles make?

Salaries for Apprentice Lineman/Groundman level roles vary by specialization: Driver Apprentice: $68,148; Lineman Apprentice: $63,033; Electrician - Apprentice: $55,700; Electrical Apprentice: $54,711; Construction Apprentice: $54,517.

Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salary in Colorado

How much does an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman make in Colorado? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman in Colorado is $65,230 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,221
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,764 to $72,553
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,968

10% $50,968

50% (Median) $65,230

90% $79,221

Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,553	$6,046	$1,395	$35
Average	$65,230	$5,436	$1,254	$31
25th Percentile	$57,764	$4,814	$1,111	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salaries

An Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $63,704
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,510
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,812
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,407
Expert (over 8 years): $134,764

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Apprentice Lineman/Groundman	less than 1 year	$63,704
Technical Librarian II	1-2 years	$79,510
Technical Librarian III	2-4 years	$98,812
Technical Librarian IV	5-8 years	$120,407
Library Technical Services Manager	over 8 years	$134,764

How Do Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Apprentice Lineman/Groundmans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,786.
California: $70,517.
Massachusetts: $69,577.

District of Columbia $70,786 California $70,517 Massachusetts $69,577 Washington $69,322 New Jersey $69,296 Alaska $69,207 Connecticut $68,324 New York $67,966

Hawaii $66,822 Rhode Island $66,285 Maryland $65,920 Minnesota $65,422 Colorado $65,230 Illinois $65,166 Oregon $64,923 Delaware $64,744

New Hampshire $64,632 Virginia $64,380 Pennsylvania $63,645 Nevada $63,274 North Dakota $63,152 Michigan $62,960 Wisconsin $62,890 Vermont $62,749

Texas $62,359 Maine $62,334 Arizona $62,296 Ohio $62,251 Georgia $61,663 Indiana $61,369 Wyoming $61,311 Utah $61,221

Iowa $61,183 Kansas $60,876 Louisiana $60,787 North Carolina $60,755 Missouri $60,742 Florida $60,493 Montana $60,358 Nebraska $60,231

Kentucky $60,160 South Carolina $59,904 Tennessee $59,745 Idaho $59,681 New Mexico $59,214 Oklahoma $59,112 Alabama $58,735 South Dakota $58,102

Arkansas $57,756 West Virginia $57,571 Mississippi $57,015

Top Paying Cities for Apprentice Lineman/Groundman

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Glen Haven: $63,953
Hygiene: $66,176
Johnstown: $64,095

Glen Haven, CO $63,953

Hygiene, CO $66,176

Johnstown, CO $64,095

Laporte, CO $63,385

Livermore, CO $63,179

Loveland, CO $63,895

Lyons, CO $66,059

Masonville, CO $63,425

Mead, CO $64,823

Milliken, CO $64,006

Niwot, CO $66,695

Red Feather Lakes, CO $63,353

Severance, CO $63,476

Timnath, CO $63,394

Wellington, CO $63,039

Windsor, CO $63,485

Brighton, CO $65,059

Ault, CO $63,364

Briggsdale, CO $63,382

Carr, CO $62,292

Eastlake, CO $65,228

Eaton, CO $63,565

Evans, CO $63,888

Fort Lupton, CO $64,873

Galeton, CO $63,571

Gilcrest, CO $64,237

Gill, CO $63,675

Greeley, CO $63,731

Henderson, CO $65,160

Hudson, CO $64,660

Keenesburg, CO $64,348

Kersey, CO $63,683

La Salle, CO $64,127

Lucerne, CO $63,662

Nunn, CO $63,163

Orchard, CO $63,374

Pierce, CO $63,405

Ohio City, CO $64,057

Parlin, CO $63,756

Penrose, CO $63,199

Pitkin, CO $63,978

Poncha Springs, CO $63,544

Powderhorn, CO $63,623

Rockvale, CO $62,912

Sargents, CO $63,437

Twin Lakes, CO $65,532

Westcliffe, CO $62,947

Wetmore, CO $62,542

Durango, CO $63,801

Cahone, CO $63,644

Cortez, CO $63,596

Dolores, CO $63,747

Dove Creek, CO $63,581

Egnar, CO $63,616

Hesperus, CO $63,244

Lewis, CO $63,756

Mancos, CO $63,595

Marvel, CO $63,242

Mesa Verde National Park, CO $63,265

Pleasant View, CO $63,461

Rico, CO $63,763

Towaoc, CO $63,331

Yellow Jacket, CO $63,680

Montrose, CO $64,001

Austin, CO $64,084

Bedrock, CO $63,600

Cedaredge, CO $64,150

Cory, CO $64,069

Crawford, CO $63,887

Delta, CO $64,000

Eckert, CO $64,100

Hotchkiss, CO $64,061

Lazear, CO $64,013

Naturita, CO $63,729

Norwood, CO $63,754

Nucla, CO $63,827

Olathe, CO $63,930

Ophir, CO $63,823

Ouray, CO $63,813

Paonia, CO $64,355

Paradox, CO $63,635

Placerville, CO $63,764

Redvale, CO $63,784

Ridgway, CO $63,804

Silverton, CO $63,696

Somerset, CO $64,550

Telluride, CO $63,835

Grand Junction, CO $64,395

Platteville, CO $64,380

Roggen, CO $63,715

Weldona, CO $63,224

Wiggins, CO $63,562

Fort Morgan, CO $63,249

Log Lane Village, CO $63,457

Akron, CO $62,791

Amherst, CO $62,590

Atwood, CO $63,011

Brush, CO $63,006

Crook, CO $62,832

Eckley, CO $62,634

Fleming, CO $62,952

Grover, CO $62,902

Haxtun, CO $62,939

Hereford, CO $62,501

Hillrose, CO $63,068

Holyoke, CO $62,749

Idalia, CO $62,434

Iliff, CO $62,997

Julesburg, CO $62,743

Lindon, CO $62,522

Merino, CO $63,066

New Raymer, CO $63,052

Otis, CO $62,847

Ovid, CO $62,765

Padroni, CO $62,837

Paoli, CO $62,940

Peetz, CO $62,820

Sedgwick, CO $62,788

Snyder, CO $63,019

Sterling, CO $63,119

Stoneham, CO $63,055

Vernon, CO $62,494

Woodrow, CO $62,652

Wray, CO $62,618

Yuma, CO $62,828

Anton, CO $62,538

Arapahoe, CO $62,045

Arriba, CO $62,270

Bethune, CO $62,362

Burlington, CO $62,304

Calhan, CO $63,290

Cascade, CO $63,810

Cheyenne Wells, CO $62,135

Cope, CO $62,508

Cripple Creek, CO $63,690

Divide, CO $63,724

Flagler, CO $62,334

Florissant, CO $63,672

Fountain, CO $63,284

Genoa, CO $62,312

Green Mountain Falls, CO $63,794

Guffey, CO $63,604

Hugo, CO $61,930

Joes, CO $62,570

Karval, CO $61,571

Kirk, CO $62,519

Kit Carson, CO $62,058

Limon, CO $62,688

Lake George, CO $63,768

Manitou Springs, CO $63,810

Matheson, CO $62,642

Peyton, CO $63,588

Ramah, CO $62,237

Rush, CO $62,386

Seibert, CO $62,308

Simla, CO $62,927

Stratton, CO $62,370

U S A F Academy, CO $63,806

Victor, CO $63,661

Vona, CO $62,344

Wild Horse, CO $61,938

Woodland Park, CO $63,758

Yoder, CO $62,626

Colorado Springs, CO $63,811

Clifton, CO $64,355

Fruita, CO $64,195

Gateway, CO $63,743

Glade Park, CO $63,964

Loma, CO $64,218

Mack, CO $64,047

Palisade, CO $64,238

Whitewater, CO $63,959

Glenwood Springs, CO $65,016

Dinosaur, CO $63,942

Aspen, CO $66,234

Snowmass Village, CO $66,231

Avon, CO $65,637

Basalt, CO $66,023

Carbondale, CO $65,777

Collbran, CO $64,175

Craig, CO $64,646

De Beque, CO $64,167

Eagle, CO $65,368

Edwards, CO $65,508

Parachute, CO $64,502

Battlement Mesa, CO $64,442

Gypsum, CO $65,043

Hamilton, CO $64,922

Hayden, CO $64,738

Maybell, CO $64,022

Meeker, CO $64,928

Meredith, CO $65,806

Mesa, CO $64,144

Minturn, CO $65,437

Molina, CO $64,105

New Castle, CO $64,791

Rangely, CO $64,202

Red Cliff, CO $65,428

Rifle, CO $64,631

Silt, CO $64,605

Slater, CO $64,339

Snowmass, CO $66,098

Wolcott, CO $65,407

Woody Creek, CO $66,229

Vail, CO $65,717

Pueblo, CO $61,874

Colorado City, CO $62,297

Aguilar, CO $62,569

Arlington, CO $61,467

Avondale, CO $62,039

Beulah, CO $62,301

Boncarbo, CO $62,599

Boone, CO $62,240

Branson, CO $62,087

Campo, CO $61,857

Cheraw, CO $61,976

Crowley, CO $62,108

Eads, CO $62,020

Fort Lyon, CO $61,952

Fowler, CO $62,129

Gardner, CO $62,737

Granada, CO $62,159

Hartman, CO $62,278

Hasty, CO $62,088

Haswell, CO $61,721

Hoehne, CO $62,498

Holly, CO $62,082

Kim, CO $62,023

La Junta, CO $62,063

Lamar, CO $62,253

Las Animas, CO $62,029

La Veta, CO $62,847

Mc Clave, CO $62,097

Manzanola, CO $62,016

Model, CO $62,110

Olney Springs, CO $61,909

Ordway, CO $61,601

Pritchett, CO $62,026

Rocky Ford, CO $61,926

Rye, CO $62,392

Sheridan Lake, CO $62,044

Springfield, CO $62,154

Sugar City, CO $61,436

Swink, CO $62,001

Trinchera, CO $62,230

Trinidad, CO $62,500

Two Buttes, CO $62,150

Vilas, CO $62,141

Walsenburg, CO $62,515

Walsh, CO $62,076

Weston, CO $62,717

Wiley, CO $62,040

Alamosa, CO $63,324

Antonito, CO $63,284

Arboles, CO $63,412

Arvada, CO $65,231

Aurora, CO $65,186

Bayfield, CO $63,590

Broomfield, CO $65,517

Commerce City, CO $65,077

Dupont, CO $65,202

Eldorado Springs, CO $66,754

Lafayette, CO $66,162

Louisville, CO $66,244

Westminster, CO $65,201

Wheat Ridge, CO $65,197

Agate, CO $62,888

Bennett, CO $64,522

Byers, CO $63,752

Castle Rock, CO $64,034

Deer Trail, CO $63,331

Elbert, CO $63,630

Elizabeth, CO $64,166

Englewood, CO $65,186

Franktown, CO $63,992

Kiowa, CO $63,705

Larkspur, CO $63,827

Littleton, CO $65,121

Lone Tree, CO $64,949

Louviers, CO $64,859

Monument, CO $63,764

Palmer Lake, CO $63,770

Parker, CO $64,712

Sedalia, CO $64,067

Strasburg, CO $64,317

Watkins, CO $64,800

Denver, CO $65,179

Thornton, CO $65,230

Boulder, CO $67,076

Golden, CO $65,192

Alma, CO $64,825

Bailey, CO $64,678

Black Hawk, CO $65,844

Bond, CO $65,401

Breckenridge, CO $64,964

Buffalo Creek, CO $64,455

Burns, CO $64,981

Central City, CO $65,474

Clark, CO $64,365

Climax, CO $65,039

Coalmont, CO $64,254

Como, CO $64,034

Conifer, CO $64,846

Cowdrey, CO $63,994

Dillon, CO $64,925

Dumont, CO $65,240

Evergreen, CO $65,079

Empire, CO $64,942

Fairplay, CO $64,094

Fraser, CO $65,016

Frisco, CO $65,326

Georgetown, CO $64,894

Granby, CO $64,843

Grand Lake, CO $64,807

Grant, CO $64,346

Hartsel, CO $63,753

Hot Sulphur Springs, CO $64,756

Idaho Springs, CO $65,130

Idledale, CO $65,125

Indian Hills, CO $65,092

Jamestown, CO $66,968

Jefferson, CO $64,211

Kittredge, CO $65,098

Kremmling, CO $64,749

Leadville, CO $64,960

Mc Coy, CO $64,970

Morrison, CO $65,078

Nederland, CO $66,359

Oak Creek, CO $64,855

Parshall, CO $65,133

Phippsburg, CO $64,919

Pine, CO $64,533

Pinecliffe, CO $66,671

Rand, CO $64,258

Rollinsville, CO $66,050

Shawnee, CO $64,517

Silver Plume, CO $64,619

Steamboat Springs, CO $64,734

Tabernash, CO $65,167

Toponas, CO $64,894

Walden, CO $64,162

Ward, CO $66,185

Winter Park, CO $65,251

Yampa, CO $64,983

Silverthorne, CO $65,270

Longmont, CO $65,917

Allenspark, CO $65,618

Estes Park, CO $64,633

Bellvue, CO $63,806

Berthoud, CO $64,588

Dacono, CO $65,341

Drake, CO $63,829

Erie, CO $65,633

Firestone, CO $65,178

Fort Collins, CO $63,350

Frederick, CO $65,181

Blanca, CO $63,100

Capulin, CO $63,424

Center, CO $63,372

Chama, CO $62,884

Chimney Rock, CO $63,439

Chromo, CO $63,013

Conejos, CO $63,245

Creede, CO $63,577

Crestone, CO $63,129

Del Norte, CO $63,439

Fort Garland, CO $62,958

San Luis, CO $62,702

Homelake, CO $63,379

Hooper, CO $63,169

Ignacio, CO $63,317

Jaroso, CO $62,840

La Jara, CO $63,347

Manassa, CO $63,283

Moffat, CO $63,212

Monte Vista, CO $63,417

Mosca, CO $63,089

Pagosa Springs, CO $63,434

Romeo, CO $63,469

Saguache, CO $63,430

Sanford, CO $63,113

San Pablo, CO $62,789

South Fork, CO $63,502

Villa Grove, CO $63,297

Salida, CO $63,546

Almont, CO $65,182

Buena Vista, CO $65,082

Canon City, CO $63,263

Cimarron, CO $63,690

Coal Creek, CO $62,888

Coaldale, CO $63,391

Cotopaxi, CO $63,213

Crested Butte, CO $65,525

Florence, CO $62,788

Monarch, CO $63,679

Granite, CO $64,635

Gunnison, CO $63,739

Hillside, CO $63,189

Howard, CO $63,505

Lake City, CO $63,686

Nathrop, CO $63,737

Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Apprentice Lineman/Groundman roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 57% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Apprentice Lineman/Groundman positions in Transportation or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Apprentice Lineman/Groundman as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$81,538	$39.0	25%
Financial Services	$78,276	$38.0	20%
Biotechnology	$75,015	$36.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$73,058	$35.0	12%
Internet	$71,753	$34.0	10%

Apprentice Lineman/Groundman Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Apprentice Lineman/Groundman's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$57,764

Average $65,230/year

$72,553

$4,814

Average $5,436/month

$6,046

$1,111

Average $1,254/week

$1,395

$28

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,553	$6,046	$1,395	$35
Average	$65,230	$5,436	$1,254	$31
25th Percentile	$57,764	$4,814	$1,111	$28

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