Electrician Cost Per Hour in Michigan
$92 – $165We estimate a electrician in Michigan bills about $92 to $165 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $36.67 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $30.38.
Michigan's Bureau of Construction Codes licenses electrical journeymen, master electricians and electrical contractors.
Metro areas
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | $39.42 | $99 | $177 |
What common jobs cost in Michigan
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Panel Upgrade | $1,150 | $3,500 |
| Outlet Replacement | $110 | $390 |
| Electrician Service Call | $160 | $550 |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | $200 | $750 |
| Whole-House Rewiring | $6,600 | $23,500 |
Neighboring states
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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.