How Much Does Microwave Installation Cost?
Short answer: most homeowners pay $623–$1,223 per oven, with an average around $923 (homewyse.com). The final price comes down to job size, location, and local labor rates.
Typical cost — per oven
$623 – $1,223
Typical average: $923
Cost per oven. Reference range reorganized from homewyse.com; not a quote.
What you're actually paying for
| Cost component | Typical range | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Microwave Oven Cost | $313–$737 | 60% |
| Microwave Oven Installation Labor, Basic | $165–$277 | 23% |
| Microwave Oven Installation Job Supplies | $6.52–$7.96 | 1% |
| Option: Remove Appliances | $73–$122 | 10% |
| Microwave Oven Debris Disposal | $65–$80 | 7% |
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Frequently asked questions
＋ － How much does microwave installation cost?
Nationally, microwave installation typically costs $623–$1,223 per oven, based on homewyse.com data.
＋ － What's included in microwave installation cost?
A typical job breaks down into microwave oven cost, microwave oven installation labor, basic, microwave oven installation job supplies, option: remove appliances, microwave oven debris disposal. The exact mix and totals vary by market.
＋ － Does microwave installation cost vary by city?
Yes. It runs highest in New York, NY ($756–$1,458) and lowest in Austin, TX ($579–$1,145), driven by local labor and disposal rates.