Electrical and Power Transmission Installers at InterCoast Colleges-Rancho Cordova

InterCoast Colleges-Rancho Cordova's electrical transmission program produces graduates who earn slightly above the national average but lag behind stronger California programs. While first-year earnings of $40,101 beat the national median by about $1,400, they fall short of the state median and rank only in the 40th percentile among California schools. Top performers like LA Trade Technical College produce graduates earning $10,000+ more annually.

The financial picture offers some reassurance. At $11,725, student debt matches both the California median and sits well below national averages—landing in the 28th percentile nationally, meaning 72% of similar programs saddle students with more debt. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.29 is quite manageable, requiring less than four months of gross income to equal the total debt load.

Earnings growth of 9% over four years to $43,492 is steady if unspectacular, and the robust sample size of 100+ graduates makes these numbers reliable. For families seeking affordable entry into electrical work, this program delivers reasonable value with modest debt. However, students willing to travel might find better earning potential at Los Angeles Trade Technical College, which offers significantly higher starting salaries that could justify any additional costs or relocation expenses.