Sump Pump Installation Cost in Massachusetts
$530 – $2,200We estimate sump pump installation in Massachusetts at $530 to $2,200 for a new pump in a basement or crawlspace pit. The national estimate is $450 to $1,850. Massachusetts plumber pay is 47% above the national median, ranking 6 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $300 | $1,000 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 2 | 6 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $113 | $203 |
| Estimated total | $530 | $2,200 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Massachusetts median wage from BLS (2025, $45.14 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 | 1 – 4 | 1 to 3 hours for a replacement (Fixr); about 1 hour for a replacement and 2 to 4 hours for a new installation (Bob Vila). | Fixr, Bob Vila |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Old House | $500 | $4,000 | New submersible pump and pit. Page dated March 2026. |
| Fixr | $800 | $2,000 | New installation with a new pit. Page dated January 2025. |
| Fixr | $350 | $1,000 | Replacement. Page dated January 2025. |
| Bob Vila | $1,200 | $2,500 | First-time installation, citing Angi. Page dated January 2024. |
Cities in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $46.52 | $530 | $2,250 |
Who can legally do this in Massachusetts
Massachusetts says plumbers 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 | $37.16 | $490 | $2,000 |
| New Hampshire | $32.12 | $460 | $1,850 |
| New York | $37.26 | $490 | $2,000 |
| Rhode Island | $36.77 | $480 | $2,000 |
| Vermont | $29.89 | $450 | $1,800 |
Other plumber jobs in Massachusetts
- Toilet Replacement
- Faucet Replacement
- Drain Cleaning
- Garbage Disposal Replacement
- Water Heater Replacement
- Tankless Water Heater Installation
- Pipe Repair
- Whole-House Repipe
Sump Pump Installation 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.