Royal Examiner
The U.S. economy has a shocking problem: too few electricians.
At least 10,000 openings need to be filled nationwide, with an annual shortfall of around 3,000 electricians, according to workforce estimates. Many of these jobs offer six-figure salaries, full benefits, and long-term stability—yet positions remain vacant.
The shortage comes at a time when demand has never been higher. The global data center construction market is expected to top $200 billion, fueled by artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure. The U.S. is one of the largest hubs for this growth, with Virginia, Texas, and New York leading the way. Every new facility requires a skilled army of electricians to keep servers cool and powered around the clock.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6 percent annual growth in electrician jobs from 2022 to 2032—double the average for all occupations. That means nearly 73,500 openings each year across sectors, with data centers, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing all competing for the same pool of talent.
