BLS wage data says electricians in South Carolina earn $27.83/hr. That's 11.9% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$27.83
Customer Rate
$71–$96/hr
Markup Factor
3.0x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
South Carolina
National Avg
South Carolina labor costs sit below the national average. You can price competitively and still maintain solid margins. Just don't race to the bottom.
| Service | South Carolina Price Range |
|---|---|
| Outlet or switch installation | $88–$220 |
| GFCI outlet install | $115–$247 |
| Ceiling fan installation | $132–$308 |
| Recessed lighting (per light) | $132–$264 |
| Circuit breaker replacement | $132–$308 |
| Dedicated circuit (for appliance) | $176–$440 |
| Panel upgrade (200A) | $1321–$3523 |
| EV charger installation (Level 2) | $440–$1321 |
| Whole-house rewire | $7047–$17616 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using South Carolina BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for South Carolina (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for South Carolina (SC). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, electricians in South Carolina typically charge between $71 and $96 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Electrical labor costs in South Carolina are 11.9% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in South Carolina is $27.83, compared to $31.60 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($27.83/hr in South Carolina), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $71–$96/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within South Carolina 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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