Electrician schools in Texas
Looking for electrician schools in Texas? There are 32, including 25 public colleges and 7 private career schools. Electricians in Texas earn a median $58,570 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 32
- Public colleges
- 25
- Median pay in TX
- $58,570
- Cities with schools
- 12
Electrician schools by city
- Houston (5 within 30 mi)
- San Antonio (3 within 30 mi)
- Dallas (3 within 30 mi)
- Arlington (3 within 30 mi)
- Plano (3 within 30 mi)
- Pasadena (4 within 30 mi)
- League City (4 within 30 mi)
- Flower Mound (4 within 30 mi)
- Missouri City (3 within 30 mi)
- DeSoto (3 within 30 mi)
- Rockwall (3 within 30 mi)
- Schertz (3 within 30 mi)
What electricians earn in Texas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $58,570
- $28.16 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,920–$80,300
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TX
- 76,770
- 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 Texas?
We list 32 schools in Texas with electrician programs: 25 public colleges and 7 private career schools. Campuses are in San Antonio, Waco, Austin, Houston, and Athens.
Are there community college electrician programs in Texas?
Yes. 25 public colleges in Texas 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 Texas?
Among the 32 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,751 to $35,101. 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 Texas?
The median pay for electricians in Texas is $58,570 a year, and most earn between $37,920 and $80,300, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a electrician school in Texas?
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)
- 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)
- New Jersey (13)