salary$57,320 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Lexington-Fayette, KY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,420per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,330per year
Jobs in the area1,500people work this job
Can a electrician afford Lexington-Fayette?
Expensive. Rent of $1,463 a month takes 30.6% 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY?
The median pay for a electrician in the Lexington-Fayette, KY area is $57,320 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $36,420 and $78,330.
Can a electrician afford to live in Lexington-Fayette?
Typical rent of $1,463 a month takes 30.6% 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area.