salary$54,920 a year$26 an hour · median pay in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,240per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,750per year
Jobs in the area1,020people work this job
Can a electrician afford Lakeland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,676 a month takes 36.6% 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 Lakeland, FL?
The median pay for a electrician in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area is $54,920 a year ($26 an hour). Most earn between $37,240 and $75,750.
Can a electrician afford to live in Lakeland?
Typical rent of $1,676 a month takes 36.6% 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 Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL metro area.