Electrical Prices in Mississippi — 2026 Rates

BLS wage data says electricians in Mississippi earn $25.17/hr. That's 20.3% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.

Mississippi Electrical Rates at a Glance

BLS Hourly Wage

$25.17

Customer Rate

$64–$87/hr

Markup Factor

3.0x

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.

Mississippi vs. National Average

Mississippi

$25.17/hr
-20.3%

National Avg

$31.60/hr

Mississippi labor costs sit below the national average. You can price competitively and still maintain solid margins. Just don't race to the bottom.

What Electricians Charge in Mississippi

Service Mississippi Price Range
Outlet or switch installation $80–$199
GFCI outlet install $104–$223
Ceiling fan installation $119–$279
Recessed lighting (per light) $119–$239
Circuit breaker replacement $119–$279
Dedicated circuit (for appliance) $159–$398
Panel upgrade (200A) $1195–$3187
EV charger installation (Level 2) $398–$1195
Whole-house rewire $6373–$15933

Prices adjusted from national averages using Mississippi BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.

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Estimated per-job price for Mississippi (—–—/hr effective rate)

Based on BLS wage data for Mississippi (MS). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.

Mississippi Electrical Pricing FAQ

How much do electricians charge in Mississippi?

Based on BLS wage data, electricians in Mississippi typically charge between $64 and $87 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.

Are electrical prices in Mississippi higher or lower than the national average?

Electrical labor costs in Mississippi are 20.3% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Mississippi is $25.17, compared to $31.60 nationally.

How should I price a electrical job in Mississippi?

Start with your labor cost ($25.17/hr in Mississippi), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $64–$87/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.

What affects electrical prices across Mississippi?

The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Mississippi 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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