Construction schools in Tennessee
Looking for construction technology schools in Tennessee? There are 19, including 19 public colleges. Construction workers in Tennessee earn a median $45,000 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 19
- Public colleges
- 19
- Median pay in TN
- $45,000
- Cities with schools
- 7
Construction schools by city
What construction workers earn in Tennessee
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Construction worker salary in TennesseeHow to become a construction worker
- Median pay
- $45,000
- $21.64 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,910–$59,990
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TN
- 26,250
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +7.3%
- 120,000 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many construction technology schools are in Tennessee?
We list 19 schools in Tennessee with construction technology programs: 19 public colleges. Campuses are in Nashville, Knoxville, Newbern, Crump, and Dickson.
Are there community college construction technology programs in Tennessee?
Yes. 19 public colleges in Tennessee offer construction technology. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does construction technology school cost in Tennessee?
Among the 18 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,983 to $15,910. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do construction workers make in Tennessee?
The median pay for construction workers in Tennessee is $45,000 a year, and most earn between $34,910 and $59,990, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a construction technology school in Tennessee?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
Other programs in Tennessee
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- Industrial maintenance schools (33)
- Welding schools (29)
- CNC machining schools (26)
- HVAC schools (25)
- Auto mechanic schools (24)
- Medical assistant schools (24)
- LPN programs (23)
- IT schools (22)
- Esthetician schools (20)
- Criminal justice programs (19)
- Dental assistant schools (18)
- EMT and paramedic schools (16)
- Surgical tech schools (15)
- Medical billing and coding schools (15)
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Construction schools in other states
- California (56)
- Florida (26)
- Illinois (17)
- New York (16)
- Texas (16)
- Ohio (15)
- Colorado (13)
- North Carolina (13)
- Washington (12)
- Georgia (11)
- Pennsylvania (11)
- Virginia (11)
- Arkansas (10)
- Michigan (10)
- New Mexico (10)
- South Carolina (10)