salary$59,010 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,740per year
Top pay (top 10%)$81,660per year
Jobs in the area20,930people work this job
Can a electrician afford Irving?
Expensive. Rent of $1,892 a month takes 38.5% 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 Irving, TX?
The median pay for a electrician in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX area is $59,010 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $38,740 and $81,660.
Can a electrician afford to live in Irving?
Typical rent of $1,892 a month takes 38.5% 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 Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area.