Cost guide · Updated Aug 9, 2026
Electrician cost in Dallas in 2026
Dallas electricians run $85 to $160 per hour in 2026 — median around $115. A 200A panel upgrade lands $2,000 to $4,500, and the coordination that slows those jobs down is with the wires company rather than with whoever sends your electricity bill.
Typical range
$85 – $160 / hr
~$115/hr · 200A panel upgrade $2,000 – $4,500 all-in
By scope
| Scope | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic | $75 – $170 | Often credited toward the work |
| Outlet, switch, or fixture replacement | $115 – $250 per device | |
| New dedicated circuit | $380 – $1,000 | |
| 200A panel upgrade | $2,000 – $4,500 | Includes permit and utility coordination |
| EV charger install (Level 2) | $750 – $2,300 |
What swings the price
- Utility disconnect and reconnect scheduling, which is handled by the transmission and distribution provider.
- Storm-driven demand in spring, when outage repairs take priority over scheduled work.
- Attic runs in summer, limited to early mornings and subject to heat derating.
- Suburban jurisdictions with their own permit processes and inspection timelines.
Dallas specifics
Texas splits the electricity market, so the retail provider that bills you is not the company that owns the wires. For a panel or service upgrade, the disconnect and reconnect is coordinated with the transmission and distribution utility — and calling your retail provider about it gets you nowhere. Experienced Dallas electricians handle that coordination as a matter of course, and it is the step that usually sets the job date. Ask who schedules it and how long they expect it to take.
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FAQs
How much does an electrician cost per hour in Dallas?
$85–$160/hr, median around $115, with a service-call fee of $75–$170 usually credited toward the work.
Who do I call about disconnecting power for a panel upgrade?
Your electrician, who coordinates with the transmission and distribution utility that owns the lines. The retail provider that bills you does not handle physical service work. This split confuses people new to Texas and is the most common source of scheduling delay.
What does a 200A panel upgrade cost in Dallas?
$2,000–$4,500 all-in with permit, inspection, and utility coordination. Homes needing a new service mast, a meter relocation, or a longer service run land at the upper end.
Does Texas license electricians?
Yes, through the state licensing department, at apprentice, journeyman, and master levels, and electrical contractors must be licensed to pull permits. Ask for the license number and verify it — it takes a minute and it is the baseline for any electrical work.
What does an EV charger install cost in Dallas?
$750–$2,300 for a Level 2 charger. Garage-adjacent panels are quickest and cheapest. If the existing service is loaded, a load calculation will show whether a panel upgrade or a load-management device is the more economical path.
Sources
- Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation — electricians (2026)
- HomeGuide — electrician cost (2025)
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Prices refresh quarterly. Last review: Aug 9, 2026.