Electrician schools in Pennsylvania
We found 24 schools offering electrician training in Pennsylvania, with campuses in Pittsburgh, Bethlehem, Forty Fort, and Scranton and more. Electricians in Pennsylvania earn a median $67,600 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 24
- Public colleges
- 9
- Median pay in PA
- $67,600
- Cities with schools
- 10
Electrician schools by city
- Philadelphia (5 within 30 mi)
- Pittsburgh (5 within 30 mi)
- Allentown (3 within 30 mi)
- Scranton (3 within 30 mi)
- Wilkes-Barre (3 within 30 mi)
- Chester (4 within 30 mi)
- Easton (3 within 30 mi)
- Greensburg (4 within 30 mi)
- Washington (4 within 30 mi)
- Bristol (4 within 30 mi)
What electricians earn in Pennsylvania
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Electrician salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become an electrician
- Median pay
- $67,600
- $32.50 an hour
- Typical range
- $45,600–$122,620
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in PA
- 22,730
- 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 Pennsylvania?
We list 24 schools in Pennsylvania with electrician programs: 9 public colleges, 3 private nonprofit schools, and 12 private career schools. Campuses are in Pittsburgh, Bethlehem, Forty Fort, Scranton, and Uniontown.
Are there community college electrician programs in Pennsylvania?
Yes. 9 public colleges in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Among the 19 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,576 to $36,348. 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 Pennsylvania?
The median pay for electricians in Pennsylvania is $67,600 a year, and most earn between $45,600 and $122,620, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a electrician school in Pennsylvania?
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)
- Oklahoma (20)
- Ohio (19)
- Puerto Rico (19)
- Illinois (18)
- Kentucky (16)
- Mississippi (15)
- Virginia (15)
- Kansas (14)
- Minnesota (14)
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