Compare Union vs. Non-union Dues
Non-UnionDues
Non-Union Dues $11.98hr
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Wages
On average union workers can earn up to 20% more than those not covered under a union contract.
For an electrician making $25 per hour, that's almost $12,000 per year lost.
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Health Insurance
In Florida, the average cost of health insurance is $528 per month. This can go as high as $1,400 for a family of 4.
For an electrician this can mean
$3.30 to $8.75 per hour lost.
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Retirement
Experts agree that a person should save around 15% of gross wages per year to be able to retire.
An electrician making $25 per hour should be saving $3.68 per hour at a minimum.
Working without a union weakens your bargaining position.
Lower Career Wages + Increased Health Care and Retirement Cost = Non-Union Dues
Wages
$5
Health Care
$3.30
Retirement
$3.68
Non-Union Dues
$11.98
Union membership doesn't cost, it pays when compared to going it alone.
TRUTH ABOUT DUES
Union Dues are monthly membership contributions. They fund the organization's programs to fulfill the mission of the IBEW.
Union Dues are voted on and established by the membership to secure strong representation and as an investment in the future. All funds are under the sole control of the membership. Strict accounting and auditing of funds is required by federal and state law, and expenditures are subject to the approval of the members.
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Here at IBEW 756 the members have decided to pay 5 % of their gross wages and $44.30 per month to fund the local and international operations.