salary$60,680 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Lincoln, NE area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,950per year
Top pay (top 10%)$84,650per year
Jobs in the area1,020people work this job
Can a electrician afford Lincoln?
OK. Rent of $1,328 a month takes 26.3% 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 Lincoln, NE?
The median pay for a electrician in the Lincoln, NE area is $60,680 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $45,950 and $84,650.
Can a electrician afford to live in Lincoln?
Typical rent of $1,328 a month takes 26.3% 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 Lincoln, NE metro area.