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Plumbing Schools in Texas

73 students earned Plumbing degrees in Texas in the 2021-2022 year.

In terms of popularity, Plumbing is the 36th most popular major in the state out of a total 47 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Plumbing Majors in Texas

Plumbing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 53
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 19
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 19
Associate Degree 1

Gender Distribution

In Texas, a plumbing major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of plumbing majors in Texas is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.4%
  • Black or African American: 9.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 60.3%
  • White: 23.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 5.5%
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Jobs for Plumbing Grads in Texas

135,380 people in the state and 1,116,600 in the nation are employed in jobs related to plumbing.

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Wages for Plumbing Jobs in Texas

Plumbing grads earn an average of $44,920 in the state and $52,780 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in Texas that offer plumbing degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

Lee College

Baytown
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,159 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 41%. Of all the students who attend this school, 59% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $5,939.

#2

St Philip's College

San Antonio
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,455 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 58% are considered full time. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
31,577 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.50%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $9,644. The full-time teacher rate is 40%.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,107 Total Students

92% of the teachers are full time. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $10,364.

#5

Brazosport College

Lake Jackson
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,916 Total Students

52% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $1,972. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

Plumbing Careers in TX

Some of the careers plumbing majors go into include:

Job Title TX Job Growth TX Median Salary
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters 23% $49,280
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners 22% $31,060
Construction Trades and Extraction Worker Supervisors 20% $62,410
Earth Drillers 20% $36,930
Oil and Gas Derrick Operators 17% $43,870
Rotary Drill Operators 16% $54,440
Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters 15% $40,100

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

Major Annual Graduates in TX
Electrical & Power Installation 1,563
Building Management & Inspection 134
Construction 42

View all majors related to Plumbing

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