salary$59,820 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Lafayette, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,270per year
Top pay (top 10%)$79,490per year
Jobs in the area730people work this job
Can a electrician afford Lafayette?
OK. Rent of $1,096 a month takes 22.0% 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 Lafayette, LA?
The median pay for a electrician in the Lafayette, LA area is $59,820 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $37,270 and $79,490.
Can a electrician afford to live in Lafayette?
Typical rent of $1,096 a month takes 22.0% 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 Lafayette, LA metro area.