In Florida, most electrical work projects cost between $100 and $1,500 per job, with a typical price near $400. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical electrical work cost
$100 – $1,500
per job · typical $400
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Electrical work cost breakdown
- Receptacle or switch replacement$100 – $250typical $150
- Light fixture installation$150 – $500typical $300
- Electrical panel upgrade$1,200 – $3,000typical $2,000
At a glance
- Typical range$100 – $1,500
- Unitper job
- Cities covered121
What Electrical costs
Electrical service costs depend on the job complexity, from simple outlet installation to panel upgrades. Electricians typically charge $50–$150 per hour plus parts. Major work like rewiring can run into thousands.
By city in Florida
- Alafaya
- Altamonte Springs
- Apopka
- Aventura
- Boca Raton
- Bonita Springs
- Boynton Beach
- Bradenton
- Buenaventura Lakes
- Cape Coral
- Clearwater
- Clermont
- Coconut Creek
- Coral Gables
- Coral Springs
- Country Club
- Cutler Bay
- Davie
- Daytona Beach
- DeLand
- Deerfield Beach
- Delray Beach
- Deltona
- Doral
- Dunedin
- Egypt Lake-Leto
- Estero
- Fort Lauderdale
- Fort Myers
- Fort Pierce
- Fountainebleau
- Gainesville
- Greenacres
- Hallandale Beach
- Hialeah
- Hollywood
- Homestead
- Homosassa Springs
- Horizon West
- Jacksonville
- Jupiter
- Kendale Lakes
- Kendall
- Kendall West
- Kissimmee
- Lakeland
- Land O' Lakes
- Largo
- Lauderdale Lakes
- Lauderhill
- Leesburg
- Lehigh Acres
- Margate
- Meadow Woods
- Melbourne
- Miami
- Miami Beach
- Miami Gardens
- Miramar
- Navarre
- North Fort Myers
- North Lauderdale
- North Miami
- North Miami Beach
- North Port
- Oakland Park
- Ocala
- Ocoee
- Orlando
- Ormond Beach
- Oviedo
- Palm Bay
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Palm Coast
- Palm Harbor
- Panama City
- Pembroke Pines
- Pensacola
- Pine Hills
- Pinellas Park
- Plant City
- Plantation
- Poinciana
- Pompano Beach
- Port Charlotte
- Port Orange
- Port St. Lucie
- Princeton
- Richmond West
- Riverview
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
- Sanford
- Sarasota
- Sebring
- South Miami Heights
- Spring Hill
- St. Augustine
- St. Petersburg
- Sunrise
- Tallahassee
- Tamarac
- Tamiami
- Tampa
- The Acreage
- The Hammocks
- The Villages
- Titusville
- Town 'n' Country
- University
- Valrico
- Vero Beach South
- Wellington
- Wesley Chapel
- West Palm Beach
- Westchester
- Weston
- Winter Garden
- Winter Haven
- Winter Springs
- Zephyrhills
Frequently asked questions
What affects the cost of electrical work?
Complexity, local permit fees, and whether parts are included. Hourly rates vary by region, and emergency calls cost a premium.
Why is electrical work so expensive?
Licensed electricians have training and insurance. Materials, especially copper wiring, have risen. Safety codes require permits and inspections.
How can I save on electrical repairs?
Get multiple quotes, bundle small jobs, and ensure the work is permitted to avoid future issues. Doing simple tasks yourself is possible, but safety first.