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New outlet installation cost
Adding an outlet costs $150–$400 on an existing circuit; a dedicated home-run circuit is $400–$900. Kitchen, bath, garage, and exterior locations require GFCI protection under current code — factor it in.
Price at a glance
| Item | Typical |
|---|---|
| Job price range | $150–$400 |
| Common variants | New circuit to panel: $400–$900 |
| Labor share | 1–2 hours typical |
| Permit | Sometimes (new circuits) |
| Duration | 1–3 hours |
National job price data from the ee.ltd cost database, 2026 edition.
What drives the price
- Existing circuit tap vs home run to panel
- Wall openness (finished vs unfinished)
- GFCI/AFCI requirements by location
- 240V outlets (dryer/oven) cost more
DIY verdict
Simple swaps yes; new runs best left to pros
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