Electrician schools in Illinois
We found 18 schools offering electrician training in Illinois, with campuses in Chicago, Glen Ellyn, Grayslake, and Melrose Park and more. Electricians in Illinois earn a median $99,560 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 18
- Public colleges
- 16
- Median pay in IL
- $99,560
- Cities with schools
- 8
18 electrician schools
School results
City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +9
City Colleges of Chicago - Richard J. Daley College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Electrician
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +4
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Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · Private
- Electrician
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +2
Electrician schools by city
- Chicago (6 within 30 mi)
- Aurora (5 within 30 mi)
- Joliet (5 within 30 mi)
- Elgin (3 within 30 mi)
- Arlington Heights (6 within 30 mi)
- Orland Park (7 within 30 mi)
- Lombard (6 within 30 mi)
- Mundelein (4 within 30 mi)
What electricians earn in Illinois
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $99,560
- $47.87 an hour
- Typical range
- $49,240–$123,660
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IL
- 23,120
- 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
How many electrician schools are in Illinois?
We list 18 schools in Illinois with electrician programs: 16 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Chicago, Glen Ellyn, Grayslake, Melrose Park, and Belleville.
Are there community college electrician programs in Illinois?
Yes. 16 public colleges in Illinois offer electrician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does electrician school cost in Illinois?
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 $1,672 to $25,598. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do electricians make in Illinois?
The median pay for electricians in Illinois is $99,560 a year, and most earn between $49,240 and $123,660, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a electrician school in Illinois?
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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Electrician schools in other states
- California (58)
- Florida (38)
- North Carolina (38)
- Texas (32)
- Georgia (25)
- Pennsylvania (24)
- Oklahoma (20)
- Ohio (19)
- Puerto Rico (19)
- Kentucky (16)
- Mississippi (15)
- Virginia (15)
- Kansas (14)
- Minnesota (14)
- Arizona (13)
- New Jersey (13)