salary$79,560 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$50,040per year
Top pay (top 10%)$124,510per year
Jobs in the area1,630people work this job
Can a electrician afford Stamford?
Expensive. Rent of $2,890 a month takes 43.6% 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 Stamford, CT?
The median pay for a electrician in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area is $79,560 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $50,040 and $124,510.
Can a electrician afford to live in Stamford?
Typical rent of $2,890 a month takes 43.6% 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 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area.