salary$50,260 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Tyler, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,490per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,850per year
Jobs in the area370people work this job
Can a electrician afford Tyler?
Expensive. Rent of $1,389 a month takes 33.2% 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 Tyler, TX?
The median pay for a electrician in the Tyler, TX area is $50,260 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $35,490 and $76,850.
Can a electrician afford to live in Tyler?
Typical rent of $1,389 a month takes 33.2% 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 Tyler, TX metro area.