salary$65,670 a year$32 an hour · median pay in the Wichita, KS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,700per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,830per year
Jobs in the area1,610people work this job
Can a electrician afford Wichita?
OK. Rent of $1,162 a month takes 21.2% 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 Wichita, KS?
The median pay for a electrician in the Wichita, KS area is $65,670 a year ($32 an hour). Most earn between $38,700 and $96,830.
Can a electrician afford to live in Wichita?
Typical rent of $1,162 a month takes 21.2% 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 Wichita, KS metro area.