Electrical and Power Transmission Installers at Metropolitan Community College Area

Metropolitan Community College Area turns out graduates earning nearly $80,000 within four years—substantially above both the national median ($44,727) and Nebraska's state median ($61,964) for this field. While ranking at the 60th percentile among Nebraska's five electrical programs might sound middling, the absolute earnings here tell a different story: graduates start strong at $64,751 and see steady 23% growth as their skills and certifications compound value in the power transmission industry.

The financial picture is exceptionally clean. At $12,350 in debt—producing a 0.19 debt-to-earnings ratio—graduates owe less than three months of their first-year salary. This is the kind of math that actually works: a student could reasonably pay off their loans within a year or two of graduation while still building savings. The moderate sample size (30-100 graduates) provides enough data for confidence without raising red flags about program stability.

For families weighing trade programs against four-year degrees, this represents exactly what community college should deliver: quick entry into skilled work with minimal debt and strong earning potential. The gap between this program's outcomes and the national median ($35,000 more after four years) reflects both the quality of Metropolitan's training and Omaha's robust energy infrastructure sector, which needs qualified electrical workers who can command premium wages.