salary$72,800 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Reno, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,420per year
Top pay (top 10%)$102,250per year
Jobs in the area1,490people work this job
Can a electrician afford Reno?
OK. Rent of $1,783 a month takes 29.4% 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 Reno, NV?
The median pay for a electrician in the Reno, NV area is $72,800 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $47,420 and $102,250.
Can a electrician afford to live in Reno?
Typical rent of $1,783 a month takes 29.4% 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 Reno, NV metro area.