salary$59,210 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Colorado Springs, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,410per year
Top pay (top 10%)$81,630per year
Jobs in the area1,290people work this job
Can a electrician afford Colorado Springs?
Expensive. Rent of $1,901 a month takes 38.5% 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 Colorado Springs, CO?
The median pay for a electrician in the Colorado Springs, CO area is $59,210 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $40,410 and $81,630.
Can a electrician afford to live in Colorado Springs?
Typical rent of $1,901 a month takes 38.5% 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 Colorado Springs, CO metro area.