How Much Does Ceiling Light Installation Cost?
Short answer: most homeowners pay $230–$583 per fixture, with an average around $407 (homewyse.com). The final price comes down to job size, location, and local labor rates.
Typical cost — per fixture
$230 – $583
Typical average: $407
Cost per fixture. Reference range reorganized from homewyse.com; not a quote.
What you're actually paying for
| Cost component | Typical range | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ceiling Light Fixture Cost | $74–$174 | 30% |
| Ceiling Light Installation Labor, Basic | $107–$288 | 49% |
| Ceiling Light Installation Job Supplies | $6.86–$7.69 | 1% |
| Option: Add AFCI Circuit Protection | $42–$113 | 19% |
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Frequently asked questions
+ - How much does ceiling light installation cost?
Nationally, ceiling light installation typically costs $230–$583 per fixture, based on homewyse.com data.
+ - What's included in ceiling light installation cost?
A typical job breaks down into ceiling light fixture cost, ceiling light installation labor, basic, ceiling light installation job supplies, option: add afci circuit protection. The exact mix and totals vary by market.
+ - Does ceiling light installation cost vary by city?
Yes. It runs highest in New York, NY ($302–$776) and lowest in Austin, TX ($206–$519), driven by local labor and disposal rates.