What is a typical electrical unit price list in the USA for 2026?
Updated · Amperio.ai team
Short answer
The 2026 reference unit prices in Amperio.ai (electrical estimating software) for US service and remodel work are: standard receptacle $120–$180 installed, GFCI $125–$275, 240V receptacle $250–$600, 1/2" EMT installed $3.20–$5.50 per foot, 100A→200A panel upgrade $1,800–$4,200, and a journeyman billed at $75–$130/hr. New-construction production work prices lower per opening because of volume.
| Item | Unit | Installed price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard duplex receptacle (15/20A) | each | $120 – $180 |
| GFCI receptacle | each | $125 – $275 |
| Single-pole switch | each | $75 – $150 |
| Dimmer switch | each | $100 – $225 |
| Recessed LED light (new construction) | each | $85 – $200 |
| 240V receptacle (dryer/range) | each | $250 – $600 |
| 240V EV charging receptacle | each | $400 – $900 |
| 1/2" EMT conduit | ft | $3.20 – $5.50 |
| 2" EMT conduit | ft | $8.00 – $12.00 |
| 1/2" PVC Sch 40 (indoor) | ft | $1.80 – $3.50 |
| Underground conduit with trenching | ft | $10.00 – $25.00 |
| Subpanel installation | each | $500 – $1,200 |
| 100A → 200A panel upgrade | each | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| Journeyman electrician (billed) | hour | $75 – $130 |
| Master electrician (billed) | hour | $100 – $180 |
National reference ranges for 2026; high-cost metros run higher, rural markets lower. Excludes permits.
How to use a unit price list in a bid
- 1Take off quantities from the plans (devices, fixtures, feet of conduit and wire).
- 2Multiply each quantity by its unit price, or build the price from labor units × your rate + material.
- 3Add panels, service, permits and equipment.
- 4Apply overhead and profit — see overhead & profit markup.
How Amperio.ai handles it
- Amperio.ai applies these reference prices to the quantities from its AI takeoff.
- Edit any unit price to match your supplier and crew (material catalog).
- See the full electrical estimating software guide.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrician charge per outlet in 2026?
About $120–$180 installed for a standard receptacle on service/remodel work. See cost per outlet.
How much does conduit cost per foot installed?
1/2" EMT runs about $3.20–$5.50 per foot installed in 2026. See conduit cost per foot.
What is the hourly rate for an electrician in 2026?
Journeymen are typically billed at $75–$130/hr. See labor rates.
Related questions
Sources and methodology
- NFPA 70 — National Electrical Code (NEC)
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Electricians
- Amperio.ai — conduit installation cost per foot USA 2026 (blog)
- Amperio.ai — electrical panel installation cost USA 2026 (blog)
Prices and ranges are reference figures as of the update date; they vary by market, supplier and project conditions.