salary$71,290 a year$34 an hour · median pay in the Fort Wayne, IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$42,720per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,150per year
Jobs in the area1,260people work this job
Can a electrician afford Fort Wayne?
OK. Rent of $1,242 a month takes 20.9% 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 Fort Wayne, IN?
The median pay for a electrician in the Fort Wayne, IN area is $71,290 a year ($34 an hour). Most earn between $42,720 and $95,150.
Can a electrician afford to live in Fort Wayne?
Typical rent of $1,242 a month takes 20.9% of the median electrician salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Fort Wayne, IN metro area.