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How to become a licensed electrician in Wyoming. State-level licensing required. Apprenticeship: 8,000 hours. Total initial fees: $205. Verified 2026-04-03. Data verified 2026-04-03. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Electrician
Governing Authority
Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety / Electrical Board, under the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's Office
Official website →Yes
State Licensed?
Apprentice Hours
3 levels
License Levels
Total Initial Fees
CE Hours
NEC Version
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VerifiedState Licensed
Yes
Regulation Level
state
License Types
Notes
Wyoming has a traditional apprentice/journeyman/master licensing structure administered by the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety under the State Fire Marshal's Office. Wyoming is the only state of the five studied that has adopted the 2023 NEC (effective July 1, 2023). Wyoming is also a monopolistic workers' compensation state — WC must be purchased through the Wyoming Workers' Compensation Division, not private insurers.
State-Level Licensing Required
Regulated by the Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety / Electrical Board, under the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's Office
Official Title
Apprentice Electrician
Experience Required
Must register within 10 days of starting employment. Apprentice year runs July 1 to June 30. Work under supervision of licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician.
Exam Required
No
Additional Requirements
Official Title
Journeyman Electrician
Experience Required
8,000 hours (4 years) of work experience in the electrical wiring industry plus 576 hours (144 hrs/year over 4 years) of classroom instruction from a Dept. of Labor approved program. No more than 75% in any one category (residential/commercial/industrial). Up to 4,000 hours (2 years) credit for accredited school hours exceeding 576. Exemption available with 10 years/20,000 hours experience approved by Chief Electrical Inspector.
Exam Required
Yes
Additional Requirements
Official Title
Master Electrician
Experience Required
8 years (16,000 hours) total work experience in the electrical wiring industry, of which 4 years (8,000 hours) must be documented as a licensed journeyman, plus 576 hours of classroom instruction. Same education exemption pathway applies.
Exam Required
Yes
Additional Requirements
Apprenticeship
Hours Breakdown
8,000
Total Hours
4
Years
576
Classroom
8,000
On-the-Job
DOL Registered Apprenticeship
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Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
Journeyman Exam
Required
Master Exam
Exam Provider
ICC (International Code Council) exams administered through Pearson VUE
NEC Version
2023 NEC (effective July 1, 2023, adopted without modification)
Open Book
Yes
Journeyman Exam Details
80
Questions
240 min
Time Limit
70%
Passing Score
Master Exam Details
100
Questions
300 min
Time Limit
75%
Passing Score
Retake Policy
Must wait 10 days before retaking a failed exam
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Minimum Age
Education
Background Check
Insurance Required
Bonding Required
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| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Journeyman License Fee $105 exam fee + $100 license fee. Triennial renewal: $50. | |
Master License Fee $105 exam fee + $200 license fee. Triennial renewal: $100. | |
Exam Fee Same fee for both Journeyman and Master exams | |
Renewal Fee Journeyman triennial renewal: $50. Master triennial renewal: $100. Contractor annual renewal: $400. | |
Total Initial Fees Journeyman: $105 exam + $100 license = $205. Master: $105 exam + $200 license = $305. |
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Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified3 years
Renewal Period
16 hrs
CE Hours Required
CE Topics
Renewal Fee
$50
Journeyman triennial renewal: $50. Master triennial renewal: $100. Contractor annual: $400.
Regulatory Board
Electrician licenses must be renewed on schedule. Most states require continuing education covering NEC code updates, safety practices, and applicable state/local amendments.
For a deeper dive into CE requirements and deadlines, see our electrician license renewal guide.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
Reciprocity Type
Reciprocity with specific states (Journeyman and Master have different lists)
Transfer Details
Journeyman reciprocity with: Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah. Master reciprocity with: Idaho, South Dakota, Utah only.
Additional Requirements for Transfer
Electrician license reciprocity varies significantly by state. Some states offer endorsement for experienced electricians, while others require passing the state exam regardless of prior credentials.
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Wyoming is notably the only state among its western peers to have adopted the 2023 NEC (effective July 1, 2023). It is also a monopolistic workers' compensation state, meaning contractors must purchase WC exclusively through the state division. Wyoming uniquely requires work experience to span residential, commercial, and industrial categories (no more than 75% in any one), and has extensive Journeyman reciprocity (16 states) but very limited Master reciprocity (only Idaho, South Dakota, Utah). The Master exam requires 75% passing with 100 questions over 5 hours.
Wyoming is the only state among AK, HI, ID, MT, and WY that has adopted the 2023 NEC (effective July 1, 2023, without modification).
Wyoming is a monopolistic workers' compensation state — WC insurance must be purchased exclusively through the Wyoming Workers' Compensation Division; private WC is not permitted.
Non-resident employers must post a minimum $20,000 surety bond if monthly payroll exceeds $10,000.
Work experience for Journeyman must span residential, commercial, and industrial categories (no more than 75% in any one category).
Master Electrician requires 16,000 total hours (8 years), including at least 8,000 hours (4 years) as a licensed Journeyman.
Master exam has a higher passing score (75%) and more questions (100) than Journeyman (70%, 80 questions).
Apprentice registration must be completed within 10 days of starting employment; apprentice year runs July 1 to June 30.
Effective April 1, 2025, a 2.5% processing fee is assessed on all credit/debit transactions per Wyo. Stat. 9-4-217(h).
Wyoming has extensive Journeyman reciprocity (16 states) but limited Master reciprocity (Idaho, South Dakota, Utah only).
Additional license types include Low Voltage Technician and Limited Technician.
Electrician Schools in Wyoming
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#13 of 51
Cost
#3 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Electricians (SOC 47-2111)
Entry Level
$56,980
25th percentile
Median
$73,450
+18% vs. national avg ($62,350)Experienced
$82,670
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
2,710 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)
Electrical Career Ladder+6% salary growth potential
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Electrician (Journeyman)
$73,450
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
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Electrician (Journeyman)
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
$73,450
Master electrician license + contractor license
$77,490
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
Journeyman Electrician Exam — 2024National rate
42%
Estimated Pass Rate
Varies widely by state, typically 30-55%. Some states (e.g., TX) report rates as low as 28%.
Source: State Licensing Boards (TDLR, etc.) (2024)
Pass rates are approximate national averages and may vary by state, exam provider, and candidate preparation.
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 212–224 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety — Licensing Requirements
2–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety — Licensing Requirements
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