Electrician in Kansas

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for KS. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$61,830

trending_down -0.8% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Kansas.

engineering

5,640

Jobs (KS)

monitoring Surging

+9.5%

10-yr job growth

payments

$100

Licensing fees

schedule

Approximately 2 years for Journeyman (4,000 hours experience + 240 hours classroom instruction)

Time to complete

route How to become an electrician in Kansas

To become a licensed electrician in Kansas, individuals must obtain a license through their local city or county, as there is no statewide licensing. Generally, this involves completing a minimum of two years (4,000 hours) of supervised electrical experience and 240 hours of classroom instruction, often through an apprenticeship program. Applicants must also pass an International Code Council (ICC) exam, with the specific exam name and content varying by municipality. Reciprocity agreements are not statewide and depend on individual local jurisdictions.

bar_chart Salary percentiles

10th percentile (entry) $37,890

25th percentile $48,600

50th (median) $61,830

75th percentile $79,830

90th (experienced) $94,400

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Kansas. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Kansas requirements

Licensing body	Local municipalities (cities and counties) in Kansas
State license	Not required
Education	High school diploma or GED; 240 hours of classroom instruction (can be part of an apprenticeship or trade school program)
Experience	4,000.0 hours
Exam	International Code Council (ICC) exam (specific exam varies by municipality, e.g., Kansas Standard Journeyman Electrician (ICC KGH)) ($100)
Notes	Kansas does not have a statewide electrician license; licensing is handled at the local city/county level. Requirements can vary significantly by jurisdiction. Minimum age of 18 years old is generally required. A bill (HB2588) is in progress to establish a statewide licensing system effective July 1, 2027.

Source: Local municipalities (cities and counties) in Kansas

work_outline Job outlook

10-year growth

+9.5%

Much faster than average

Annual openings

81,000

Nationwide per year

Total employment

818,700

Nationwide

neurology

AI & tech impact

verified Low exposure -0.78/1.00

This career has low exposure to AI automation. Most tasks require physical presence, human judgment, or hands-on skills that AI cannot easily replicate.

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balance Is it worth it?

infoNo state license required — lower barrier but weaker signal
check_circleStrong 10-year job growth (+9.5%)
check_circleLow AI disruption risk

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get certified as an electrician in Kansas? expand_more

In Kansas, becoming an electrician requires you to complete the required education (High school diploma or GED; 240 hours of classroom instruction (can be part of an apprenticeship or trade school program)), gain 4,000.0 hours of supervised experience, and pass the International Code Council (ICC) exam (specific exam varies by municipality, e.g., Kansas Standard Journeyman Electrician (ICC KGH)).

Can I work as an electrician in Kansas without a license? expand_more

electricians in Kansas are not required to hold a state license. Note: Kansas does not have a statewide electrician license; licensing is handled at the local city/county level. Requirements can vary significantly by jurisdiction. Minimum age of 18 years old is generally required. A bill (HB2588) is in progress to establish a statewide licensing system effective July 1, 2027.

What do electricians earn in Kansas? expand_more

The median electrician salary in Kansas is $61,830 per year. That's roughly in line with the $62,350 national median. The range spans from $37,890 at the entry level to $94,400 for top earners.

What's the total cost to get electrician certified in Kansas? expand_more

The full cost to enter the field runs about varies, factoring in exam fee ($100) and required training.

How long does it take to become an electrician in Kansas? expand_more

Expect to spend Approximately 2 years for Journeyman (4,000 hours experience + 240 hours classroom instruction) from start to finish in Kansas — covering coursework, supervised experience, and examination.

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