salary$76,950 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Fargo, ND-MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,800per year
Top pay (top 10%)$100,320per year
Jobs in the area920people work this job
Can a electrician afford Fargo?
Cheap. Rent of $1,080 a month takes 16.8% of the median electrician salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrician make in Fargo, ND?
The median pay for a electrician in the Fargo, ND-MN area is $76,950 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $46,800 and $100,320.
Can a electrician afford to live in Fargo?
Typical rent of $1,080 a month takes 16.8% of the median electrician salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Fargo, ND-MN metro area.