salary$71,710 a year$34 an hour · median pay in the Fresno, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,090per year
Top pay (top 10%)$119,800per year
Jobs in the area1,980people work this job
Can a electrician afford Fresno?
OK. Rent of $1,789 a month takes 29.9% 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 Fresno, CA?
The median pay for a electrician in the Fresno, CA area is $71,710 a year ($34 an hour). Most earn between $46,090 and $119,800.
Can a electrician afford to live in Fresno?
Typical rent of $1,789 a month takes 29.9% 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 Fresno, CA metro area.