salary$93,280 a year$45 an hour · median pay in the Rockford, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$58,690per year
Top pay (top 10%)$125,090per year
Jobs in the area370people work this job
Can a electrician afford Rockford?
Cheap. Rent of $1,218 a month takes 15.7% 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 Rockford, IL?
The median pay for a electrician in the Rockford, IL area is $93,280 a year ($45 an hour). Most earn between $58,690 and $125,090.
Can a electrician afford to live in Rockford?
Typical rent of $1,218 a month takes 15.7% of the median electrician salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Rockford, IL metro area.