salary$46,930 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$34,520per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,850per year
Jobs in the area670people work this job
Can a electrician afford Edinburg?
Expensive. Rent of $1,203 a month takes 30.8% 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 Edinburg, TX?
The median pay for a electrician in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX area is $46,930 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $34,520 and $71,850.
Can a electrician afford to live in Edinburg?
Typical rent of $1,203 a month takes 30.8% 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 McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX metro area.