salary$76,710 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Modesto, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,220per year
Top pay (top 10%)$137,600per year
Jobs in the area770people work this job
Can a electrician afford Modesto?
Expensive. Rent of $1,988 a month takes 31.1% 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 Modesto, CA?
The median pay for a electrician in the Modesto, CA area is $76,710 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $48,220 and $137,600.
Can a electrician afford to live in Modesto?
Typical rent of $1,988 a month takes 31.1% 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 Modesto, CA metro area.