Ceiling Fan Installation Cost in Washington
$230 – $870We estimate ceiling fan installation in Washington at $230 to $870 for one fan at an existing, fan-rated ceiling box. The national estimate is $170 to $660. Washington electrician pay is 51% above the national median, ranking 4 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $60 | $250 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 1.5 | 3 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $114 | $206 |
| Estimated total | $230 | $870 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Washington median wage from BLS (2025, $45.78 an hour) times 2.5 to 4.5 to cover payroll costs, overhead, travel and profit. How we estimate
What our assumptions are based on
| Item | Sourced figure | Basis | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor hours | 2 – 4 | Bob Vila states 2 to 4 hours for difficult-access installs only; no source states hours for a simple swap. | Bob Vila |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixr | $337 | $613 | Mid-range, one fan. Page dated January 2025. |
| This Old House | $100 | $600 | Ceiling fan installed. Page dated May 2026. |
| Bob Vila | $134 | $352 | Straightforward install. Page dated August 2023. |
| This Old House | $100 | $650 | Ceiling fan install, from its electrician guide. Page dated June 2026. |
Cities in Washington
| Metro area | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $48.93 | $240 | $910 |
Who can legally do this in Washington
In Washington, only licensed electrical contractors employing certified electricians may perform electrical work, though property owners and qualifying nonprofit entities may apply for an exemption.
Compared with neighboring states
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Sources
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.