salary$47,400 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Abilene, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,900per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,190per year
Jobs in the area500people work this job
Can a electrician afford Abilene?
Expensive. Rent of $1,245 a month takes 31.5% of the median electrician salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrician make in Abilene, TX?
The median pay for a electrician in the Abilene, TX area is $47,400 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $35,900 and $77,190.
Can a electrician afford to live in Abilene?
Typical rent of $1,245 a month takes 31.5% of the median electrician salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Abilene, TX metro area.