Outlet Replacement Cost in Washington
$130 – $470We estimate outlet replacement in Washington at $130 to $470 for one standard or GFCI outlet on an existing circuit. The national estimate is $100 to $330. Washington electrician pay is 51% above the national median, ranking 4 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 | $114 | $206 |
| Estimated total | $130 | $470 |
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 | 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 Washington
| Metro area | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $48.93 | $140 | $500 |
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
Other electrician jobs in Washington
Outlet Replacement cost in every state · Washington 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.