NEC 2023

South Dakota Electrician Licensing

South Dakota licenses electricians across 2 tiers. Compare CE hours, renewal fees and bond requirements below, then open the tier that matches you. Updated for 2026.

At a glance SD · NEC

License tiers

Max CE / cycle

16 hrs

Renewal cycle

2 yrs

Bond

Some tiers

Source: SD EC · compiled 2026-05-23

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Compare the 2 South Dakota electrician license tiers

CE, fees and bond rise with the tier. Open the one that matches where you are.

Journeyman Electrician

journeyman

For working under a licensed contractor

CE: 16 hr/2yr
Fee: -
Bond: None ✓

Full requirements

Electrical Contractor

contractor

For running your own business (contractor license)

CE: 16 hr/2yr
Fee: $100
Bond: $10,000

Full requirements

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CE courses in South Dakota

Electrician continuing-education providers offering courses for South Dakota license holders. Confirm a provider is on your board’s approved list before you buy.

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South Dakota electrician licensing FAQ

How many electrician license types does South Dakota issue?

South Dakota issues 2 electrician license types: Journeyman Electrician, Electrical Contractor.

Does South Dakota require continuing education for electricians?

Yes, at least one electrician tier in South Dakota requires continuing education, up to 16 hours per renewal cycle. The exact requirement varies by license tier; see each license page.

Do South Dakota electrician licenses require a bond?

At least one electrician license tier in South Dakota requires a license bond. Check the specific license page for the bond amount, then estimate the premium with our bond cost estimator.

Which NEC edition does South Dakota enforce?

South Dakota currently enforces the 2023 NEC for electrician work.

Official source

South Dakota Electrical Commission

Official board site

Data compiled 2026-05-23. Confirm current figures with the board.

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