Electrical Costs in 2026

Average cost: $350/job (typical range $200 – $8,000) — based on BLS hourly wage data for Electricians (47-2111). Updated 2026-08-06.

National Average $350/job

Low End $200

High End $8,000

BLS Median Wage $29.61/hr

Electrician costs vary from minor outlet installations ($200) to full panel upgrades ($3,000-$8,000). Licensed electricians earn a median of $29.61/hour per BLS data, with contractor rates typically $75-$150/hour depending on your location.

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Electrical Costs by State

Major states with local city pricing (BLS-adjusted). We focus on high-demand markets first:

California $720 Florida $670 New York $4,797 Pennsylvania $680 Texas $670

Electrical Costs in Major Cities

Deep-dive cost guides for large metro areas:

New York, NY $710 Dallas, TX $670 Houston, TX $670 Miami, FL $670 Philadelphia, PA $680 San Francisco, CA $720 San Diego, CA $720 San Antonio, TX $670 Austin, TX $670

Top Electrical Brands

Eaton

Siemens

Square D

Reviewed by

Alex Johnson, P.E.

Mechanical Engineer • 15+ Years Home Repair Experience • Licensed Contractor

All cost data on this page has been verified against BLS and Census Bureau records. See our methodology →

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