salary$75,510 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Worcester, MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,380per year
Top pay (top 10%)$100,240per year
Jobs in the area1,580people work this job
Can a electrician afford Worcester?
Expensive. Rent of $1,952 a month takes 31.0% 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 Worcester, MA?
The median pay for a electrician in the Worcester, MA area is $75,510 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $46,380 and $100,240.
Can a electrician afford to live in Worcester?
Typical rent of $1,952 a month takes 31.0% 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 Worcester, MA metro area.