Outlet Replacement Cost in Louisiana
$90 – $330We estimate outlet replacement in Louisiana at $90 to $330 for one standard or GFCI outlet on an existing circuit. The national estimate is $100 to $330. Louisiana electrician pay is 3% below the national median, ranking 35 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $20 | $60 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 1 | 2 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $74 | $133 |
| Estimated total | $90 | $330 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Louisiana median wage from BLS (2025, $29.59 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 | 0.5 – 1 | Replacement: 0.5 to 1 hour minimum. GFCI: about 1 hour per unit. | Fixr |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixr | $120 | $200 | Outlet installed with materials. Page dated August 2025. |
| Bob Vila | $130 | $300 | Single GFCI outlet, citing Angi. Page dated August 2025. |
| Today's Homeowner | $150 | $250 | Outlet repair or replacement. Page dated April 2025. |
Who can legally do this in Louisiana
A license from the State Licensing Board for Contractors applies to electrical projects exceeding $10,000, including labor and materials. Smaller jobs may still require a license; check with the board or your local licensing office.
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Compared with neighboring states
| State | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $23.59 | $80 | $270 |
| Mississippi | $29.26 | $90 | $320 |
| Texas | $28.16 | $90 | $310 |
Other electrician jobs in Louisiana
Outlet Replacement cost in every state · Louisiana home repair guide
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.