BLS wage data says electricians in Maryland earn $34.94/hr. That's 10.6% above the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$34.94
Customer Rate
$89–$121/hr
Markup Factor
3.0x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Maryland
National Avg
Maryland runs noticeably above the national average. Higher cost of living pushes wages up, and your bids should reflect that. Underbidding here means underpaying yourself.
| Service | Maryland Price Range |
|---|---|
| Outlet or switch installation | $111–$276 |
| GFCI outlet install | $144–$310 |
| Ceiling fan installation | $166–$387 |
| Recessed lighting (per light) | $166–$332 |
| Circuit breaker replacement | $166–$387 |
| Dedicated circuit (for appliance) | $221–$553 |
| Panel upgrade (200A) | $1659–$4423 |
| EV charger installation (Level 2) | $553–$1659 |
| Whole-house rewire | $8847–$22117 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Maryland BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Maryland (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Maryland (MD). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, electricians in Maryland typically charge between $89 and $121 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Electrical labor costs in Maryland are 10.6% above the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Maryland is $34.94, compared to $31.60 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($34.94/hr in Maryland), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $89–$121/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Maryland can vary 30–40%), job complexity, and recurring vs. one-time work. Recurring contracts cost less per visit because there's no re-quoting or onboarding.
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