salary$72,790 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,360per year
Top pay (top 10%)$139,430per year
Jobs in the area7,880people work this job
Can a electrician afford Riverside?
Expensive. Rent of $2,420 a month takes 39.9% 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 Riverside, CA?
The median pay for a electrician in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA area is $72,790 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $45,360 and $139,430.
Can a electrician afford to live in Riverside?
Typical rent of $2,420 a month takes 39.9% 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 Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro area.