Electrician schools in Tennessee
Looking for electrician schools in Tennessee? There are 12, including 12 public colleges. Electricians in Tennessee earn a median $61,090 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 12
- Public colleges
- 12
- Median pay in TN
- $61,090
- Cities with schools
- 3
Electrician schools by city
- Kingsport (3 within 30 mi)
- Bristol (3 within 30 mi)
- Elizabethton (3 within 30 mi)
What electricians earn in Tennessee
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $61,090
- $29.37 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,600–$92,160
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TN
- 17,070
- 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 Tennessee?
We list 12 schools in Tennessee with electrician programs: 12 public colleges. Campuses are in Nashville, Blountville, Newbern, Crump, and Elizabethton.
Are there community college electrician programs in Tennessee?
Yes. 12 public colleges in Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,777 to $20,012. 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 Tennessee?
The median pay for electricians in Tennessee is $61,090 a year, and most earn between $39,600 and $92,160, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a electrician school in Tennessee?
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)
- Illinois (18)
- Kentucky (16)
- Mississippi (15)
- Virginia (15)
- Kansas (14)
- Minnesota (14)
- Arizona (13)