salary$69,340 a year$33 an hour · median pay in the Pittsburgh, PA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,780per year
Top pay (top 10%)$106,840per year
Jobs in the area5,210people work this job
Can a electrician afford Pittsburgh?
OK. Rent of $1,621 a month takes 28.1% 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
The median pay for a electrician in the Pittsburgh, PA area is $69,340 a year ($33 an hour). Most earn between $45,780 and $106,840.
Can a electrician afford to live in Pittsburgh?
Typical rent of $1,621 a month takes 28.1% 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 Pittsburgh, PA metro area.