salary$59,660 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,930per year
Top pay (top 10%)$108,510per year
Jobs in the area860people work this job
Can a electrician afford Augusta?
OK. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 29.3% 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 Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a electrician in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $59,660 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $37,930 and $108,510.
Can a electrician afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 29.3% 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 Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.