salary$48,140 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the El Paso, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$34,710per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,530per year
Jobs in the area1,380people work this job
Can a electrician afford El Paso?
Expensive. Rent of $1,246 a month takes 31.1% 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 El Paso, TX?
The median pay for a electrician in the El Paso, TX area is $48,140 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $34,710 and $71,530.
Can a electrician afford to live in El Paso?
Typical rent of $1,246 a month takes 31.1% 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 El Paso, TX metro area.