Electrician schools in Hickory, NC
3 schools within 30 miles of Hickory, NC offer electrician programs, and one is in Hickory itself. Electricians in North Carolina earn a median $56,800 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in NC
- $56,800
What electricians earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Electrician salary in North CarolinaHow to become an electrician
- Median pay
- $56,800
- $27.31 an hour
- Typical range
- $40,130–$75,060
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 21,640
- 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 Hickory?
The closest are Catawba Valley Community College (Hickory, 3 mi), Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (Hudson, 12 mi), and Mitchell Community College (Statesville, 24 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach electrician.
How much do electrician programs near Hickory cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,481 to $10,810. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do electricians make near Hickory?
Across North Carolina, the median pay is $56,800 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 Hickory?
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
- Hudson (12 mi)
- Statesville (25 mi)
- Shelby (34 mi)
- Huntersville (34 mi)
- Gastonia (35 mi)
- Spindale (43 mi)
- Concord (45 mi)
- Charlotte (46 mi)