What apprenticeships are available for electricians in Idaho?

In Idaho, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Idaho Department of Labor - Registered Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details.

How to Become an Electrician in Idaho (2026)

Q: How long does electrician training take in Idaho?

The primary Idaho license lists approximately 8,000 hours of training or supervised practice. Confirm the current total with the state board; listed hours are not the same as years of full-time work.

Q: How much do electricians earn in Idaho?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), electricians in Idaho earned a median annual wage of approximately $63,000. Employment concentration in Idaho is about 1.36 times the national average for this occupation.

Q: Do electricians need a license in Idaho?

Yes. Idaho requires state-level licensing or registration for electricians, administered by the Idaho Division of Building Safety - Idaho Electrical Board. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements.

Q: What is the job outlook for electricians in Idaho?

Idaho currently employs approximately 5,690 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 9.5% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Q: What is the federal prevailing wage for electricians in Idaho?

Under the Davis-Bacon Act, electricians on federally funded construction projects in Idaho earn a prevailing wage of approximately $49.55 per hour in base pay plus $19.09 per hour in fringe benefits, for an effective hourly rate of about $68.64 (Source: U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, Davis-Bacon wage determinations, 2026).

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Idaho electricians earn a median annual wage of $63,000 ($30.29/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 5,690 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -0.3% below the national median of $63,190 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $63,000 ($30.29/hr)
25th percentile: $48,380 per year
75th percentile: $82,040 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $95,470 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $38,830 per year
Workers employed in Idaho: 5,690
Versus national median: -0.3% below the U.S. median of $63,190
Job concentration: Location quotient 1.36 - this occupation is more concentrated in Idaho than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Idaho employs about 5,690 electricians earning a median $63,000 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Training as an electrician here means working through a trade school or registered apprenticeship and meeting the Idaho Division of Building Safety - Idaho Electrical Board credentialing requirements.

Idaho employs approximately 5,690 electricians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $63,000 ¹. The state’s concentration of electrician jobs is 1.36x the national average, indicating strong demand. Nationally, electrician employment is projected to grow 9.5% from 2024 to 2034, with about 81,000 openings per year ². This page covers how to become an Electrician in Idaho, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: Idaho Division of Building Safety - Idaho Electrical Board
Median wage (Idaho): $63,000 per year ¹
Exam requirement: State exam required

Quick Answers About How to Become an Electrician in Idaho

How to become an Electrician in Idaho? Idaho requires credentials such as Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, Specialty Journeyman Electrician. The licensing authority is the Idaho Division of Building Safety - Idaho Electrical Board ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? The primary license lists approximately 8,000 hours of training or supervised practice. Confirm the current total with the state board ³.

Do I need a license in Idaho? Yes. Idaho has licensing or registration requirements for electricians. The Idaho Division of Building Safety - Idaho Electrical Board oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do electricians earn in Idaho? The median annual wage for electricians in Idaho is $63,000 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $38,830 and experienced professionals can earn $95,470 or more ¹.

How to Become an Electrician in Idaho

Finish high school or earn a GED. Most Idaho training programs and registered apprenticeships require a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Complete a training program or apprenticeship. Enroll in an approved trade school program or a registered apprenticeship in Idaho that combines classroom instruction with supervised hands-on hours.
Gain supervised work experience. Build documented on-the-job hours under a qualified supervisor; confirm the exact total currently required with the licensing board.
Pass the state exam and apply for your license. Apply to the Idaho Division of Building Safety - Idaho Electrical Board, pass the required examination, and obtain the electrician credential before working unsupervised in Idaho.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Electrician License Requirements in Idaho

The Idaho Division of Building Safety - Idaho Electrical Board oversees electrician licensing in Idaho ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Journeyman Electrician	Electricians must be licensed in Idaho. There are four certificates of competency available to electricians: Electrical Apprentice registration, Journeyman Electrician license, Master Electrician lice…
Master Electrician	Electricians must be licensed in Idaho. There are four certificates of competency available to electricians: Electrical Apprentice registration, Journeyman Electrician license, Master Electrician lice…
Specialty Journeyman Electrician	Specialty electricians must be licensed in Idaho and are only allowed to work in their area of specialization.
Electrical Specialty Trainee	Specialty electricians must be licensed in Idaho and are only allowed to work in their area of specialization.
Electrical Apprentice	See the state licensing board for current requirements.

Additional Requirements

Background check: No criminal record prohibitions
Exam: State exam required
Experience: Work experience required

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Electrician Apprenticeship Information in Idaho

Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction and typically last 3 to 5 years. Idaho’s apprenticeship program is administered by the Idaho Department of Labor - Registered Apprenticeship ⁵.

Contact Information:

Office: Idaho Office of Apprenticeship
Address: 317 W. Main St., Boise, ID 97232
Phone: (208) 332-3570
Email: [email protected]

Federal Prevailing Wage in Idaho

Under the Davis-Bacon Act, electricians working on federally funded construction projects in Idaho earn a prevailing wage set by the U.S. Department of Labor. Recent Idaho general wage determinations show approximately $49.55 per hour in base pay plus $19.09 per hour in fringe benefits, for an effective hourly rate of about $68.64 (Source: DOL Wage and Hour Division, Davis-Bacon wage determinations, 2026) ⁶.

Prevailing wages apply to federal construction contracts above the Davis-Bacon threshold and may differ from typical private-sector pay reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Rates also vary by county and by classification within electrician work.

Electrician Wages by Metro Area in Idaho

Electricians Wages by Metro Area in Idaho

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), electricians wages in Idaho vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Boise City	2,510	$61,610	$65,870	$39,100	$91,780
Idaho Falls	540	$65,350	$68,470	$37,610	$100,770
Coeur d'Alene	480	$66,350	$71,440	$44,890	$99,940
Logan	350	$58,070	$61,460	$38,260	$82,980
Twin Falls	300	$58,000	$60,260	$37,700	$79,140
Lewiston	230	$77,130	$73,400	$45,890	$104,590
Pocatello	160	$60,540	$61,570	$38,650	$90,040

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for electricians in Idaho? Idaho currently employs approximately 5,690 electricians ¹. Nationally, electrician employment is projected to grow 9.5% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as an electrician in Idaho with an out-of-state license? Contact the Idaho Division of Building Safety - Idaho Electrical Board for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Idaho? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Idaho. You can also contact the Idaho Department of Labor - Registered Apprenticeship for apprenticeship opportunities.

How much do electricians earn in Idaho compared to the national average? The median annual wage for electricians in Idaho is $63,000, which is $650 above the national median of $62,350 according to BLS data ¹.

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Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Idaho Division of Building Safety - Idaho Electrical Board - Licensing Information: http://dbs.idaho.gov/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎
Idaho Department of Labor - Registered Apprenticeship: https://labor.idaho.gov/dnn/Job-Seekers/On-the-Job-Training/Apprenticeships ↩︎
U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division - Davis-Bacon General Wage Determinations: https://sam.gov/wage-determinations ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)