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How to Get an Electrician License in Illinois

Electrician license requirements in Illinois — experience, exams, fees, reciprocity, and salary data from Illinois Dept of Financial and Professional Regulation.

Experience
8,000 hrs
Exam Fee
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Passing Score
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Avg Salary
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Requirements

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Journeyman Electrician — Perform and supervise electrical installations under the scope allowed by the jurisdiction.
Minimum Age18 years old
EducationHigh school diploma or GED
Work Experience8,000 hours (48 months)

Exam Details

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Exam NameIllinois Journeyman Electrician Exam
Format80 multiple choice questions
Time Limit4 hours
Code Edition2023 NEC

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How to Apply

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1
Register with the state
Register with Illinois Dept of Financial and Professional Regulation before beginning work.
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Accumulate required experience
Complete 8,000 hrs of supervised work experience.
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Apply for the exam
Submit your application and — fee through the state portal.
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Pass the exam
80 questions, —% to pass.
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Receive your license
After passing, your license will be issued. Renew every 2 years.

Fees & Renewal

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Salary Data

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Electricians in Illinois earn less than the national average. Data from BLS OEWS May 2024.

25th Percentile
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Median
$75,210
75th Percentile
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Mean (average)— / year
Entry level (10th pct)—
Top earners (90th pct)—
Total employed28,640 in Illinois
National average$65,280

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Data last verified April 2026. Requirements may change — always verify with the Illinois Dept of Financial and Professional Regulation.
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