Plumbing schools in Tennessee

We found 5 schools offering plumbing training in Tennessee, with campuses in Memphis, Elizabethton, Jackson, and Knoxville and more. Plumbers in Tennessee earn a median $58,600 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
4
Median pay in TN
$58,600

5 plumbing schools

School results

  1. Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton

    Elizabethton, TN · Public

    • Plumbing
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  2. Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson

    Jackson, TN · Public

    • Plumbing
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

  3. Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville

    Knoxville, TN · Public

    • Plumbing
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

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  5. Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Morristown

    Morristown, TN · Public

    • Plumbing
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  6. William R Moore College of Technology

    Memphis, TN · Private

    • Plumbing
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +3

What plumbers earn in Tennessee

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Plumber salary in TennesseeHow to become a plumber

Median pay
$58,600
$28.17 an hour
Typical range
$38,520–$82,020
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in TN
9,270
Job growth, 2025–35
+6.8%
42,000 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 plumbing schools are in Tennessee?

We list 5 schools in Tennessee with plumbing programs: 4 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Memphis, Elizabethton, Jackson, Knoxville, and Morristown.

Are there community college plumbing programs in Tennessee?

Yes. 4 public colleges in Tennessee offer plumbing. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does plumbing school cost in Tennessee?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,472 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 plumbers make in Tennessee?

The median pay for plumbers in Tennessee is $58,600 a year, and most earn between $38,520 and $82,020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a plumbing 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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