salary$57,450 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,960per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,700per year
Jobs in the area7,170people work this job
Can a electrician afford Tampa?
Expensive. Rent of $2,216 a month takes 46.3% 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 Tampa, FL?
The median pay for a electrician in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area is $57,450 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $38,960 and $76,700.
Can a electrician afford to live in Tampa?
Typical rent of $2,216 a month takes 46.3% 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 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area.