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How to Get an Electrician License in Hawaii

Electrician license requirements in Hawaii — experience, exams, fees, reciprocity, and salary data from Hawaii Dept of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.

Experience
10,000 hrs
Exam Fee
$50
Passing Score
70%
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 Experience10,000 hours (60 months)

Exam Details

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Exam NameHawaii Journeyman Electrician Exam
Format80 multiple choice questions
Time Limit4 hours
Passing Score70%
Code Edition2020 NEC
Open Book?Yes — codebook permitted
Application Fee$50

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How to Apply

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1
Register with the state
Register with Hawaii Dept of Commerce and Consumer Affairs before beginning work.
2
Accumulate required experience
Complete 10,000 hrs of supervised work experience.
3
Apply for the exam
Submit your application and $50 fee through the state portal.
4
Pass the exam
80 questions, 70% to pass.
5
Receive your license
After passing, your license will be issued. Renew every 2 years.

Fees & Renewal

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FeeAmount
Exam Application$50
License Renewal$232 every 2 years
Continuing Education4 hours

Salary Data

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

25th Percentile
Median
$72,840
75th Percentile
Mean (average)— / year
Entry level (10th pct)
Top earners (90th pct)
Total employed4,420 in Hawaii
National average$65,280

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Data last verified April 2026. Requirements may change — always verify with the Hawaii Dept of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.