Electrical and Power Transmission Installers at Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois

Midwest Technical Institute's electrical installer program produces graduates who earn $34,080 in their first year—slightly below both the Illinois state median ($34,980) and well below the national median ($38,716) for this credential. Among Illinois programs, it ranks at the 40th percentile, meaning six out of ten similar programs in the state deliver better initial outcomes. The bright spot here is the relatively low debt load of $13,000, which puts graduates in a manageable position even with below-average starting pay.

The trajectory improves considerably over time. Graduates see earnings jump 23% to nearly $42,000 by year four, suggesting that hands-on experience in this field translates to steady wage growth. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.38 means the typical graduate could feasibly pay off their loans in well under a year if they dedicated their entire salary to it—a realistic scenario few programs can claim. The institution serves a predominantly Pell-eligible population (63%), indicating this program provides a genuine pathway into skilled trades for students from lower-income backgrounds.

For families seeking a low-risk entry into electrical work, this program delivers what it promises: manageable debt and steady earnings growth. Just understand you're starting slightly behind peers at other Illinois schools, and the exceptional six-figure outcomes at Kennedy-King aren't the norm for this field.