salary$49,660 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Killeen-Temple, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,880per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,360per year
Jobs in the area550people work this job
Can a electrician afford Killeen?
Expensive. Rent of $1,293 a month takes 31.2% 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 Killeen, TX?
The median pay for a electrician in the Killeen-Temple, TX area is $49,660 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $36,880 and $75,360.
Can a electrician afford to live in Killeen?
Typical rent of $1,293 a month takes 31.2% 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 Killeen-Temple, TX metro area.