salary$98,850 a year$48 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$57,630per year
Top pay (top 10%)$129,010per year
Jobs in the area1,000people work this job
Can a electrician afford Salem?
OK. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 20.5% 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 Salem, OR?
The median pay for a electrician in the Salem, OR area is $98,850 a year ($48 an hour). Most earn between $57,630 and $129,010.
Can a electrician afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 20.5% 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 Salem, OR metro area.