salary$61,610 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Boise City, ID area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,100per year
Top pay (top 10%)$91,780per year
Jobs in the area2,510people work this job
Can a electrician afford Boise City?
Expensive. Rent of $1,711 a month takes 33.3% 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 Boise City, ID?
The median pay for a electrician in the Boise City, ID area is $61,610 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $39,100 and $91,780.
Can a electrician afford to live in Boise City?
Typical rent of $1,711 a month takes 33.3% 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 Boise City, ID metro area.