salary$78,430 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Madison, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,050per year
Top pay (top 10%)$102,860per year
Jobs in the area1,760people work this job
Can a electrician afford Madison?
OK. Rent of $1,723 a month takes 26.4% 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 Madison, WI?
The median pay for a electrician in the Madison, WI area is $78,430 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $45,050 and $102,860.
Can a electrician afford to live in Madison?
Typical rent of $1,723 a month takes 26.4% 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 Madison, WI metro area.