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Electrical Contractor License in Missouri

Quick Answer

Missouri does not require a state-level general contractor license. Licensing requirements are determined at the local/municipal level. Check with your city or county building department for contractor registration, bonding, and permit requirements.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Electrical Contractor license in Missouri

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Exam
Choice of state or third-party exam
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
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Licensing Agency

Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance~Division of Professional Registration~Office of Statewide Electrical Contractors

Website 5735223280ext8007352966 Email

Electrical Contractor Salary in Missouri

Entry Level

$73,030

Median

$104,350

Experienced

$169,990

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Electrical Contractor in Missouri.

  1. 1

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  2. 2

    Pass the Required Exam

    Choice of state or third-party exam

  3. 3

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  4. 4

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

Electrical Contractor Licensing in Missouri: What to Know

Missouri does not have a state-level general contractor license. The COS data only returns specialty trade records such as electrical contractors. General contractors in Missouri may need to register with local municipalities. Cities like St. Louis and Kansas City have their own contractor licensing programs. The Division of Professional Registration handles specific trade licenses but not a general contractor designation.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 15, 2026.