Outlet Replacement Cost in Massachusetts
$120 – $400We estimate outlet replacement in Massachusetts at $120 to $400 for one standard or GFCI outlet on an existing circuit. The national estimate is $100 to $330. Massachusetts electrician pay is 26% above the national median, ranking 6 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 | $95 | $172 |
| Estimated total | $120 | $400 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Massachusetts median wage from BLS (2025, $38.18 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. |
Cities in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $38.42 | $120 | $410 |
Who can legally do this in Massachusetts
Massachusetts says electricians who provide services exclusively within the scope of their licensed profession do not need Home Improvement Contractor registration.
Compared with neighboring states
| State | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $37.28 | $110 | $400 |
| New Hampshire | $30.21 | $100 | $330 |
| New York | $37.86 | $110 | $400 |
| Rhode Island | $35.62 | $110 | $380 |
| Vermont | $30.49 | $100 | $330 |
Other electrician jobs in Massachusetts
Outlet Replacement cost in every state · Massachusetts 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.