Mississippi electrical license lookup: how to check and get a license
Mississippi electrical license lookup: who issues electrician licenses (MSBOC), how to check one online, the license types, and 446 electrical contractors by county.
Do electricians need a license in Mississippi?
| Who licenses them | Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC); cities may also license |
|---|---|
| License types | Residential Electrical, Electrical Work (commercial) |
| When a license is required | MSBOC license required for residential electrical subcontractors on residential construction or improvement projects (no dollar threshold stated); commercial license required on commercial jobs over $50,000 |
Check the contractor's MSBOC residential electrical license; your city may also require its own license and a permit for the work.
How do you look up an electrician's license in Mississippi?
- Ask the electrician for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the Mississippi electrical license lookup run by MSBOC.
- Search by license number first. A name search can return several people or companies with similar names.
- Check that the status is active or current, that the license type covers your job, and that the name matches the company on your contract.
- If something doesn't match, ask the electrician about it before you sign or pay a deposit, or contact MSBOC.
What electrical licenses does Mississippi issue?
- Residential Electrical
- Electrical Work (commercial)
How do you get a electrical license in Mississippi?
Licenses are issued by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC); cities may also license. Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official MSBOC source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many electricians are there in Mississippi?
The Census Bureau counted 446 electrical contractors with employees in Mississippi in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Rankin County | 57 |
|---|---|
| Hinds County | 40 |
| Harrison County | 37 |
| DeSoto County | 34 |
| Madison County | 23 |
| Jones County | 20 |
| Jackson County | 19 |
| Lee County | 14 |
What do Mississippi homes mean for electrical work?
The median home in Mississippi was built in 1986, 31% of households rent and 71% of homes are single-family houses. 29% of homes heat with utility gas and 59% with electricity.
How do you choose an electrician in Mississippi?
- Check the license on the state or city license search, and ask whether the person doing the work is licensed or working under someone's license.
- Ask whether the job needs a permit and an inspection, and who files it. A licensed electrician files the permit.
- Ask for proof of insurance. Electrical mistakes show up later, so you want the company insured.
- For panel upgrades, ask whether the utility needs to be scheduled to cut and restore power, and who arranges it.
- Get a written estimate that lists the circuits, fixtures and materials.
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Sources: Mississippi licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.