salary$59,480 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Tucson, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,260per year
Top pay (top 10%)$92,930per year
Jobs in the area1,340people work this job
Can a electrician afford Tucson?
OK. Rent of $1,358 a month takes 27.4% of the median electrician salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrician make in Tucson, AZ?
The median pay for a electrician in the Tucson, AZ area is $59,480 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $45,260 and $92,930.
Can a electrician afford to live in Tucson?
Typical rent of $1,358 a month takes 27.4% of the median electrician salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Tucson, AZ metro area.