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How to become a licensed electrician in Kansas. Local jurisdictions handle licensing. Apprenticeship: 4,000 hours. Total initial fees: varies. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Electrician
Licensing Authority
Individual municipalities (no state licensing board for electricians)
State Reference
No state licensing body — Kansas legislature sets minimums, local municipalities issue licenses
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No
State Licensed?
Apprentice Hours
3 levels
License Levels
Total Initial Fees
CE Hours
NEC Version
Regulation Status
VerifiedState Licensed
No
Regulation Level
local
Notes
Kansas does not issue electrician licenses at the state level. Licenses are issued by local municipalities. However, the Kansas legislature sets minimum standards: all jurisdictions must administer an NEC-based exam, require minimum 4,000 hours (2 years) supervised experience, and 240 hours classroom instruction for journeyman licensing.
Local Jurisdictions Handle Licensing
Regulated by the No state licensing body — Kansas legislature sets minimums, local municipalities issue licenses
Kansas does not issue a statewide electrician license. All licensing is handled by individual cities and counties. Requirements, exams, fees, and renewal rules vary by jurisdiction. Contact your local building department for exact requirements.
Official Title
Apprentice Electrician
Exam Required
No
Official Title
Journeyman Electrician
Exam Required
No
Official Title
Master Electrician
Exam Required
No
Apprenticeship
Hours Breakdown
4,000
Total Hours
2
Years
240
Classroom
DOL Registered Apprenticeship
Exam requirements are set by individual municipalities. The information below represents common standards across jurisdictions.
Exam Requirements
VerifiedNot Required
Journeyman Exam
Not Required
Master Exam
Exam Provider
ICC (most jurisdictions)
Open Book
Yes
Journeyman Exam Details
80
Questions
240 min
Time Limit
75%
Passing Score
Master Exam Details
100
Questions
300 min
Time Limit
75%
Passing Score
Minimum Age
Education
Background Check
Insurance Required
Bonding Required
Fees vary by local jurisdiction. Ranges shown are typical but not universal.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Typical Total Initial Fees Not a statewide figure — actual total depends on your municipality |
Renewal & CE Requirements
Mostly verifiedVaries
Renewal Period
—
CE Hours Required
CE Topics
Electrician licenses must be renewed on schedule. Most states require continuing education covering NEC code updates, safety practices, and applicable state/local amendments.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
Mostly verifiedDoes Not Accept Out-of-State Credentials
Reciprocity Type
none
Transfer Details
No statewide reciprocity. Wichita accepts reciprocal licenses with required exam + 12 CE hours.
Because licensing is handled locally, reciprocity agreements (if any) are between individual municipalities, not statewide.
Kansas is one of the few states with no state-level electrician license, but it is unusual in that state statute sets minimum standards (4,000 hours, 240 classroom hours, NEC exam) that all local jurisdictions must meet. HB 2588, which has strong legislative support (113-9 House vote), could transform Kansas into a state-licensed state through the Board of Technical Professions. Wyandotte County/KCK is notable for not issuing a journeyman license at all — only master-level contractor licenses. The state still references the 2008 NEC for state-owned buildings, which is extremely outdated. Topeka's exam references may also be outdated (2014 NEC for journeyman, 2011 NEC for master).
WICHITA / SEDGWICK COUNTY: Journeyman/Master/Contractor from Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Dept (MABCD). Journeyman: 2 years field (or 1 year + trade school) + ICC exam 75%. Master: journeyman + 2 additional years. Contractor license: $360. Trade certificate: $35. Biennial renewal with 12 CEUs. MABCD does NOT accept state testing — only specific ICC exams.
OVERLAND PARK / JOHNSON COUNTY: Class DE Electrical Contractor. Qualifying individual must hold master license or BS degree + ICC exam 75%. 2 years as journeyman OR 4 years under master. $100 application + $225 license.
TOPEKA: Apprentice ($33)/Journeyman ($53)/Master ($103). Separate low-voltage alarm license with different requirements.
KANSAS CITY, KS (Wyandotte County): Does NOT issue journeyman license — apprentices apply directly for Master Residential Electrician. Requires 1 year planning/supervising + 3 years under contractor/master + 2 years commercial/industrial. Annual renewal, no CE.
STATE MINIMUM: Kansas legislature requires all jurisdictions to administer NEC-based exam + minimum 4,000 hours experience + 240 classroom hours for journeyman. No statewide electrical code adoption except for state-owned buildings.
Because Kansas does not have state-level electrician licensing. Requirements vary by city and county. Below are requirements for major jurisdictions. Contact your local building department if your city is not listed.
| License Types | Class A Electrical Contractor — Authorized for commercial properties Class B Electrical Contractor Class D Electrical Contractor |
| Licensing Authority | Sedgwick County / City of Wichita |
| Experience Required | Journeyman requires 2 years (4,000 hours) of electrical trade experience + 240 hours classroom instruction. Master requires 2 additional years as journeyman. |
| Exam | Verify exam details from Sedgwick County or Wichita government website. |
| Fees | Verify current fees from official source. |
| Renewal | Verify renewal cycle from official source. |
| Insurance | Contractors need minimum $300,000 general liability, workers' compensation, and auto insurance. |
Wichita and Sedgwick County maintain one of the more structured local licensing programs in Kansas, with three classes of electrical contractor licenses.
| License Types | Master Electrical Contractor Master Residential Electrical Contractor |
| Licensing Authority | Kansas City Neighborhood Resource Center |
| Experience Required | Verify from local government website. |
| Exam | Verify from local government website. |
| Fees | Verify from local government website. |
| Renewal | Verify from local government website. |
Kansas City, KS (Wyandotte County) is part of the Kansas City metro area that spans both Kansas and Missouri. Note that Kansas City, MO has its own separate licensing requirements — see the Missouri electrician page for KC, MO details.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#31 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Electricians (SOC 47-2111)
Entry Level
$48,600
25th percentile
Median
$61,830
-1% vs. national avg ($62,350)Experienced
$79,830
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
5,640 employed in this state
Source: BLS OEWS – Electricians (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+7.1%
Average GrowthNew Jobs
+60,000
over 10 years
Annual Openings
68,500
per year (avg.)
839,600 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
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Electrician (Journeyman)
$61,830
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
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Electrician (Journeyman)
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
$61,830
Master electrician license + contractor license
$75,730
Salary data from BLS OEWS May 2024 for this state. Career paths represent common advancement routes — actual progression may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook
Estimated total: 212–224 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
2–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
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Kansas handles electrician licensing at the local level. An apprenticeship of 4,000 hours is recommended. All licensing is managed through the No state licensing body — Kansas legislature sets minimums, local municipalities issue licenses.
Requirements vary by state and local jurisdiction. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.