Electrician schools in DeSoto, TX
3 schools within 30 miles of DeSoto, TX offer electrician programs, and the closest is Dallas College in Dallas, 12 miles away. Electricians in Texas earn a median $58,570 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 12 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in TX
- $58,570
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
What are the closest electrician schools to DeSoto?
The closest are Dallas College (Dallas, 12 mi), Tulsa Welding School-Dallas Campus (Irving, 17 mi), and Tarrant County College District (Fort Worth, 30 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach electrician.
How much do electrician programs near DeSoto cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,214 to $34,533. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do electricians make near DeSoto?
Across Texas, the median pay is $58,570 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 DeSoto?
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
- Dallas (15 mi)
- Arlington (17 mi)
- Plano (32 mi)
- Rockwall (33 mi)
- Flower Mound (34 mi)