salary$52,310 a year$25 an hour · median pay in the Jackson, MS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,490per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,750per year
Jobs in the area1,210people work this job
Can a electrician afford Jackson?
OK. Rent of $1,281 a month takes 29.4% 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 Jackson, MS?
The median pay for a electrician in the Jackson, MS area is $52,310 a year ($25 an hour). Most earn between $37,490 and $76,750.
Can a electrician afford to live in Jackson?
Typical rent of $1,281 a month takes 29.4% 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 Jackson, MS metro area.