salary$78,780 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,740per year
Top pay (top 10%)$131,450per year
Jobs in the area530people work this job
Can a electrician afford Salinas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 36.7% 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 Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a electrician in the Salinas, CA area is $78,780 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $47,740 and $131,450.
Can a electrician afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 36.7% 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 Salinas, CA metro area.