salary$48,880 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Waco, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,910per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,900per year
Jobs in the area650people work this job
Can a electrician afford Waco?
Expensive. Rent of $1,349 a month takes 33.1% 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 Waco, TX?
The median pay for a electrician in the Waco, TX area is $48,880 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $36,910 and $80,900.
Can a electrician afford to live in Waco?
Typical rent of $1,349 a month takes 33.1% 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 Waco, TX metro area.