salary$76,160 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,890per year
Top pay (top 10%)$126,260per year
Jobs in the area8,060people work this job
Can a electrician afford San Diego?
Expensive. Rent of $3,011 a month takes 47.4% 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 San Diego, CA?
The median pay for a electrician in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area is $76,160 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $47,890 and $126,260.
Can a electrician afford to live in San Diego?
Typical rent of $3,011 a month takes 47.4% 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 San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro area.