How much does electrical work cost in Texas?
Electrical prices in Texas depend on the job and where you are. Below are the rates real FinerNest pros across Texas actually charge — by the unit, up front, no quotes to chase.
Quick answer
Based on 8 electrical pros on FinerNest in Texas, light fixture install (replace) runs $69–$75 per fixture, and ceiling fan install (existing fixture) runs $103–$120 per unit. Rates trend higher in metros like Texas City, Houston.
Electrical prices across Texas
The rates Texas pros publish on FinerNest (from 8 pros statewide). Labor only; materials are quoted separately. Where pros differ, you’ll see a range.
| Service | What it includes | Rate (real pros) |
|---|---|---|
Ceiling fan install (existing fixture) Existing box | Mount, wire, balance | $103–$120 per unit |
Ceiling fan install (new location) New wiring | Run wire, box, mount | $206 per unit |
Recessed light install (new) New cans | Cut, wire, install can, trim | $103 per can |
Recessed light replace (retrofit) Replace existing | Swap to LED retrofit | $52–$55 per can |
Outlet / switch replace Replace | Replace device with same type | $34–$50 per outlet |
Outlet / switch new install New wiring | Run wire, box, terminate, trim | $103 per outlet |
USB / smart outlet install | Replace existing with USB or smart device | $34–$50 per outlet |
Light fixture install (replace) Replace | Disconnect, install, test | $69–$75 per fixture |
Light fixture install (new location) New wiring | Wire, box, hang, finish | $172–$200 per fixture |
Smoke / CO detector — battery (replace existing) Battery | Remove old, mount new, test | $34 per unit |
Smoke / CO detector — hardwired Hardwired | Replace or install hardwired with battery backup | $76 per unit |
EV charger install — Level 2 Level 2 | Mount charger, run dedicated 240V circuit | $344 per project |
Electrical panel upgrade Panel upgrade | 100A → 200A or panel replacement | $687 per panel |
Electrical pros in Texas
Electrical cost FAQ — Texas
How much does electrical work cost in Texas?
Electrical work in Texas is priced by the unit rather than as one lump bid — each service has its own rate. The table above shows what 8 real Texas pros charge on FinerNest, and your price is locked before work starts.
Why are Texas electrical prices shown as ranges?
Pros set their own rates, so where they differ you see a low-to-high range across Texas. Bigger metros usually trend toward the higher end. Pick a city for local rates and the specific pros near you.
Are these real prices or estimates?
Real. They come from rates 8 Texas pros published on FinerNest — not generic estimates. Open a pro to see their full rate card.