salary$56,100 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Winston-Salem, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,550per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,350per year
Jobs in the area1,120people work this job
Can a electrician afford Winston-Salem?
Expensive. Rent of $1,457 a month takes 31.2% 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 Winston-Salem, NC?
The median pay for a electrician in the Winston-Salem, NC area is $56,100 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $38,550 and $72,350.
Can a electrician afford to live in Winston-Salem?
Typical rent of $1,457 a month takes 31.2% 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 Winston-Salem, NC metro area.