Electrician schools in Riverside, CA
11 schools within 30 miles of Riverside, CA offer electrician programs, and 2 are in Riverside itself. Electricians in California earn a median $76,160 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 11
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in CA
- $76,160
11 electrician schools within 30 mi of Riverside, CA
School results
UEI College - Riverside
Riverside, CA · 3.5 mi · Private
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +3
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San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA · 11 mi · Public
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +13
San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario
Ontario, CA · 13 mi · Private
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +6
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA · 18 mi · Public
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +13
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 Riverside?
The closest are UEI College - Riverside (Riverside, 4 mi), InterCoast Colleges-Riverside (Riverside, 7 mi), and CET-Colton (Colton, 10 mi). In total, 11 schools within 30 miles teach electrician.
How much do electrician programs near Riverside cost?
For the 11 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,090 to $29,926. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do electricians make near Riverside?
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 Riverside?
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.
Electrician schools in nearby cities
- San Bernardino (15 mi)
- Rancho Cucamonga (17 mi)
- Menifee (21 mi)
- Anaheim (22 mi)
- Pomona (23 mi)
- Beaumont (26 mi)
- Mission Viejo (27 mi)
- Murrieta (28 mi)
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