Plumber / Idaho
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Idaho Plumber License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Installs and repairs pipes and plumbing systems. Requires apprenticeship.

What the Idaho data shows for Plumbers

Becoming a licensed plumber in Idaho means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 4,541 training hours, a passing score on State Journeyman Plumber Exam, and 4 years of supervised work experience, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Idaho regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Apprenticeship Program".

The initial price tag is $66, and renewal costs $60 every 1 years. The license also carries an ongoing 8-hour continuing-education requirement per 1-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Journeyman licenses rarely reciprocal — check state board.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
37/100
Plumber · Idaho

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
4,541 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A-
$66
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$60/yr
$60 every 1 year
Continuing Education C+
8.0 hrs/yr
8 hours every 1 year
Experience Required F
4 years
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Idaho

Education / Training Hours
Apprenticeship Program
4,541 hours
Exam Requirement
State Journeyman Plumber Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$66
Renewal Fee
$60
Renewal Cycle
Every 1 year
Continuing Education
8 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years
Work Experience Required
4 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Idaho licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Plumber in Idaho? ▼
In Idaho, the license path calls for 4541 education/training hours, a passing score on State Journeyman Plumber Exam, and a $66 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Plumber in Idaho? ▼
To become a licensed plumber in Idaho, you must meet the state's requirements including 4541 hours of education and 4 years of work experience. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Idaho licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Plumber license to Idaho from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for plumbers nationally works like this: Journeyman licenses rarely reciprocal — check state board. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Idaho. Verify the specifics with the Idaho licensing board.
Does Idaho require a background check for Plumber licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the plumber licensing process in Idaho. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Plumber in Idaho? ▼
Licensed plumbers in Idaho must complete 8 hours of continuing education every 1 year. The renewal fee is $60.

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What to do with this plumber license

Plumber in Idaho, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a plumber-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Idaho's plumber requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Plumber in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state plumber license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Idaho's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Idaho overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Idaho licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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