salary$77,310 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Rochester, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,410per year
Top pay (top 10%)$107,910per year
Jobs in the area2,540people work this job
Can a electrician afford Rochester?
OK. Rent of $1,331 a month takes 20.7% 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, NY?
The median pay for a electrician in the Rochester, NY area is $77,310 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $45,410 and $107,910.
Can a electrician afford to live in Rochester?
Typical rent of $1,331 a month takes 20.7% 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, NY metro area.