salary$59,220 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,160per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,800per year
Jobs in the area1,160people work this job
Can a electrician afford Durham?
Expensive. Rent of $1,797 a month takes 36.4% 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 Durham, NC?
The median pay for a electrician in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area is $59,220 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $46,160 and $75,800.
Can a electrician afford to live in Durham?
Typical rent of $1,797 a month takes 36.4% 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 Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area.