salary$59,120 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,650per year
Top pay (top 10%)$81,310per year
Jobs in the area2,440people work this job
Can a electrician afford Albuquerque?
OK. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 28.4% of the median electrician salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrician make in Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a electrician in the Albuquerque, NM area is $59,120 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $36,650 and $81,310.
Can a electrician afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 28.4% of the median electrician salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albuquerque, NM metro area.