Electrician schools in Costa Mesa, CA
12 schools within 30 miles of Costa Mesa, CA offer electrician programs, and one is in Costa Mesa itself. Electricians in California earn a median $76,160 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 12
- Closest
- <1 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in CA
- $76,160
12 electrician schools within 30 mi of Costa Mesa, CA
School results
UEI College-Garden Grove
Garden Grove, CA · 9.6 mi · Private
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +3
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Intercoast College - Anaheim Campus
Anaheim, CA · 10 mi · Private
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +1
Southern California Institute of Technology
Anaheim, CA · 12 mi · Private
- Electrician
- IT support & networking
- Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
UEI College - West Covina
West Covina, CA · 28 mi · Private
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +4
UEI College-Huntington Park
Huntington Park, CA · 29 mi · Private
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +1
Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education
Baldwin Park, CA · 30 mi · Public
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +5
What electricians earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Electrician salary in CaliforniaHow to become an electrician
- Median pay
- $76,160
- $36.62 an hour
- Typical range
- $46,800–$140,340
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 73,310
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +9.2%
- 72,700 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
What are the closest electrician schools to Costa Mesa?
The closest are Orange Coast College (Costa Mesa, under 1 mile), Irvine Valley College (Irvine, 8 mi), and UEI College-Garden Grove (Garden Grove, 10 mi). In total, 12 schools within 30 miles teach electrician.
How much do electrician programs near Costa Mesa cost?
For the 11 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,090 to $33,392. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do electricians make near Costa Mesa?
Across California, the median pay is $76,160 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a electrician school in Costa Mesa?
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.
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- Redondo Beach (31 mi)
- Azusa (33 mi)
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