Electrical and Power Transmission Installers at Pennco Tech-Bristol

Pennco Tech-Bristol's electrical installation program charges $9,500 and produces one-year earnings of just $33,494—roughly $5,000 below both state and national medians for this field. Among Pennsylvania's 25 electrical programs, it lands at the 40th percentile, meaning six in ten programs deliver stronger starting outcomes. The relatively manageable debt (0.28 ratio to first-year earnings) prevents this from being a concerning situation, but parents should note their student will likely start behind peers from stronger programs in the state.

The earnings trajectory tells a more complete story. Graduates see healthy 22% growth from year one to year four, reaching $40,714, which narrows but doesn't close the gap with typical outcomes. This pattern suggests the program provides adequate training even if initial job placement could be stronger. For a field where most workers earn solid middle-class incomes from the start, beginning nearly 15% below the median matters—that's real money when building savings or paying down other expenses.

Compare this to Community College of Allegheny County's program, where graduates earn $151,803 one year out (likely reflecting higher-level utility work), or even YTI Career Institute at $41,449. If your student can access these alternatives without significantly higher costs or logistical barriers, they're worth serious consideration. Pennco Tech will get graduates working in the electrical field, but other Pennsylvania schools demonstrate considerably stronger early career outcomes for similar upfront investment.