salary$56,800 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,700per year
Top pay (top 10%)$73,760per year
Jobs in the area3,740people work this job
Can a electrician afford Raleigh?
Expensive. Rent of $1,822 a month takes 38.5% 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 Raleigh, NC?
The median pay for a electrician in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area is $56,800 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $45,700 and $73,760.
Can a electrician afford to live in Raleigh?
Typical rent of $1,822 a month takes 38.5% 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 Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area.