salary$58,650 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,380per year
Top pay (top 10%)$84,000per year
Jobs in the area13,430people work this job
Can a electrician afford Sandy Springs?
Expensive. Rent of $2,002 a month takes 41.0% 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 Sandy Springs, GA?
The median pay for a electrician in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area is $58,650 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $37,380 and $84,000.
Can a electrician afford to live in Sandy Springs?
Typical rent of $2,002 a month takes 41.0% 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 Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area.