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Construction Trades in California

Construction Trades Schools in California

In 2021-2022, 5,369 students earned their Construction Trades degrees in CA.

In terms of popularity, Construction Trades is the 5th most popular major in the state out of a total 7 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Construction Trades Majors in California

Construction Trades majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 3,294
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 3,294
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1,583
Associate Degree 492

Gender Distribution

In California, a construction trades major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of construction trades majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.2%
  • Black or African American: 4.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 51.4%
  • White: 19.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.4%
  • Other Races: 18.4%
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Jobs for Construction Trades Grads in California

648,990 people in the state and 5,877,640 in the nation are employed in jobs related to construction trades.

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Wages for Construction Trades Jobs in California

A typical salary for a construction trades grad in the state is $56,890, compared to a typical salary of $47,630 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer construction trades degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

281 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
521 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 0.90% which is lower than average. The average student takes 4.14 years to complete their degree at Southern California Institute of Technology. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

239 Degrees in Major Awarded
693 Total Students

In their early career, Institute for Business and Technology grads earn an average salary of $35,365. The 3.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 76% get financial aid.

#3

Summit College

San Bernardino
198 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,100 Total Students

An average student at Summit College will pay a net price of $31,028. Of all the students who attend this school, 76% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,827 after earning their degree at this institution.

144 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,822 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 81% of students receive it. 38% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $29,646 after earning their degree at this institution.

144 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,182 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $26,964. In their early career, United Education Institute-West Covina grads earn an average salary of $27,151. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 25 to 1.

#6

National Career Education

Citrus Heights
129 Degrees in Major Awarded
512 Total Students

The 3.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $25,390. 83% of students get financical aid.

#7

Foothill College

Los Altos Hills
116 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,438 Total Students

32% of the teachers are full time. The student loan default rate of 3.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 66% of students get financical aid.

#8

Palomar College

San Marcos
107 Degrees in Major Awarded
17,566 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1. The 5.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $32,853 after graduation.

105 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,159 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 73% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $2,045. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 25% are considered full time.

92 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,514 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 25 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $27,426. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

Construction Trades Careers in CA

Some of the careers construction trades majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Solar Photovoltaic Installers 131% $44,000
Tile and Marble Setters 26% $48,180
Floor Layers 24% $50,770
Carpet Installers 21% $43,320
Earth Drillers 21% $51,880
Structural Iron and Steel Workers 21% $66,510
Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers 21% $53,710
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters 20% $56,270
Stonemasons 20% $45,140
Roofers 19% $49,550
Glaziers 19% $53,240
Brickmasons and Blockmasons 18% $57,100
Construction and Maintenance Painters 18% $47,450
Construction Trades and Extraction Worker Supervisors 18% $78,440
Carpenters 18% $56,770
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers 18% $51,970
Mechanical Insulation Workers 18% $77,100
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers 16% $55,700
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners 14% $39,570
Electricians 13% $64,260
Insulation Workers 13% $45,700
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers 12% $102,230
Housekeeping and Janitor Supervisors 11% $44,340
Construction and Building Inspectors 10% $89,740
Maintenance and Repair Workers 10% $42,530
Civil Engineering Technicians 10% $67,110
Mechanic, and Repairer Supervisors 9% $76,890
Rotary Drill Operators 0% $62,950

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to construction trades.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Personal & Culinary Services 11,805
Mechanic & Repair Technologies 8,337
Precision Production 2,521
Transportation & Materials Moving 1,531

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