BLS wage data says electricians in Michigan earn $30.50/hr. That's 3.5% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$30.50
Customer Rate
$78–$105/hr
Markup Factor
3.0x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Michigan
National Avg
| Service | Michigan Price Range |
|---|---|
| Outlet or switch installation | $97–$241 |
| GFCI outlet install | $125–$270 |
| Ceiling fan installation | $145–$338 |
| Recessed lighting (per light) | $145–$290 |
| Circuit breaker replacement | $145–$338 |
| Dedicated circuit (for appliance) | $193–$483 |
| Panel upgrade (200A) | $1448–$3861 |
| EV charger installation (Level 2) | $483–$1448 |
| Whole-house rewire | $7723–$19306 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Michigan BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Michigan (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Michigan (MI). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, electricians in Michigan typically charge between $78 and $105 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Electrical labor costs in Michigan are 3.5% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Michigan is $30.50, compared to $31.60 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($30.50/hr in Michigan), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $78–$105/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Michigan 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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