salary$57,690 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Fayetteville, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,090per year
Top pay (top 10%)$83,370per year
Jobs in the area680people work this job
Can a electrician afford Fayetteville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,530 a month takes 31.8% 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 Fayetteville, NC?
The median pay for a electrician in the Fayetteville, NC area is $57,690 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $40,090 and $83,370.
Can a electrician afford to live in Fayetteville?
Typical rent of $1,530 a month takes 31.8% 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 Fayetteville, NC metro area.