Whole-House Rewiring Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost of rewiring your home based on square footage, quality tier, and additional options.

Last updated: March 25, 2026

Whole-House Rewiring Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost of rewiring your home based on square footage, quality tier, and additional options.

5005,000 sq ft

Estimated Total

$10,000

Cost per sq ft$6
vs National Average+25%

Itemized Breakdown

Materials
$3,150
Labor
$4,950
Permits
$400
Panel Upgrade (100 to 200 amp)
$1,500
Total$10,000

This calculator provides estimates based on national averages adjusted for your region. Actual costs may vary significantly based on specific project conditions, contractor availability, material prices, and local market factors. Always get at least 3 quotes from licensed, insured contractors before starting your project.

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Quick Cost Reference

National Average$8,000
Typical Range$3,500 - $15,000
Low End$2,500
High End$25,000

Cost by Tier

Budget

Small home (under 1,200 sq ft), accessible wiring paths, basic NM-B copper wiring, standard outlets and switches, code-minimum circuit count

$4,300
Mid-Range

Average home (1,500-2,000 sq ft), mix of accessible and closed walls, AFCI/GFCI breakers throughout, dedicated circuits for kitchen and laundry, 200-amp panel

$8,100
Premium

Large home (2,500+ sq ft), complete drywall removal and replacement, structured wiring for data and entertainment, smart panel, whole-home surge protection, subpanels

$14,000

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