salary$53,980 a year$26 an hour · median pay in the Las Cruces, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$34,470per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,440per year
Jobs in the area410people work this job
Can a electrician afford Las Cruces?
OK. Rent of $1,267 a month takes 28.2% 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 Las Cruces, NM?
The median pay for a electrician in the Las Cruces, NM area is $53,980 a year ($26 an hour). Most earn between $34,470 and $77,440.
Can a electrician afford to live in Las Cruces?
Typical rent of $1,267 a month takes 28.2% 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 Las Cruces, NM metro area.