salary$79,650 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Rochester, MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,090per year
Top pay (top 10%)$118,080per year
Jobs in the area510people work this job
Can a electrician afford Rochester?
OK. Rent of $1,704 a month takes 25.7% 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 Rochester, MN?
The median pay for a electrician in the Rochester, MN area is $79,650 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $46,090 and $118,080.
Can a electrician afford to live in Rochester?
Typical rent of $1,704 a month takes 25.7% 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 Rochester, MN metro area.