salary$59,010 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,560per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,660per year
Jobs in the area1,480people work this job
Can a electrician afford Charleston?
Expensive. Rent of $2,117 a month takes 43.1% 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 Charleston, SC?
The median pay for a electrician in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC area is $59,010 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $45,560 and $75,660.
Can a electrician afford to live in Charleston?
Typical rent of $2,117 a month takes 43.1% 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 Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro area.