salary$62,620 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$43,280per year
Top pay (top 10%)$88,640per year
Jobs in the area5,710people work this job
Can a electrician afford Salt Lake City?
Expensive. Rent of $1,608 a month takes 30.8% 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 Salt Lake City, UT?
The median pay for a electrician in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT area is $62,620 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $43,280 and $88,640.
Can a electrician afford to live in Salt Lake City?
Typical rent of $1,608 a month takes 30.8% 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 Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area.