Electrician schools in Kingsport, TN
3 schools within 30 miles of Kingsport, TN offer electrician programs, and the closest is Northeast State Community College in Blountville, 8 miles away. Electricians in Tennessee earn a median $61,090 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 8 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in TN
- $61,090
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
What are the closest electrician schools to Kingsport?
The closest are Northeast State Community College (Blountville, 8 mi), Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton (Elizabethton, 23 mi), and Mountain Empire Community College (Big Stone Gap, 26 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach electrician.
How much do electrician programs near Kingsport cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,864 to $8,852. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do electricians make near Kingsport?
Across Tennessee, the median pay is $61,090 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 Kingsport?
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
- Bristol (18 mi)
- Elizabethton (21 mi)
- Abingdon, VA (34 mi)
- Cumberland, KY (41 mi)
- Hudson, NC (75 mi)