Cost to Skylight Installation in Jacksonville, FL

$1,092–$3,185 in Jacksonville

9% below the national average · 0.91x cost multiplier

In Jacksonville, a skylight installation runs $1,092 to $3,185 on average — about 9% below what homeowners pay nationwide. The Southeast market's labor costs account for most of the gap, with material pricing and local permitting fees adding to the spread. Use the cost table below to compare budget, mid-range, and premium options side by side.

Cost Breakdown in Jacksonville

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Materials	$364	$819	$1,820
Labor	$455	$819	$1,092
Permits	$91	$137	$182
Total	$910-9% vs. national avg	$1,775-9% vs. national avg	$3,185-9% vs. national avg

Budget

Fixed curb-mount skylight, standard dual-pane glass, basic flashing kit

Mid-Range

Venting deck-mount skylight with Low-E glass, integrated flashing, solar-powered blind

Premium

Large electric venting skylight or sun tunnel, triple-pane glass, light shaft through attic, remote control

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Jacksonville may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Fixed Skylight	$200-$500/unit	Most affordable, no moving parts to fail, good for hard-to-reach areas	No ventilation, condensation can be an issue	Hallways, closets, stairwells, areas needing light onlyMost affordable, no moving parts to fail, good for hard-to-reach areas
Manual Venting Skylight	$400-$800/unit	Allows air circulation, crank or push-bar operation, moderate cost	Must be within reach to operate, more leak points than fixed	Kitchens, bathrooms, reachable ceiling heightsAllows air circulation, crank or push-bar operation, moderate cost
Electric/Solar Venting Skylight	$700-$1,500/unit	Remote or app control, rain sensors auto-close, solar models qualify for tax credits	Most expensive, motor can fail, requires battery or wiring	High ceilings, bedrooms, smart home integrationRemote or app control, rain sensors auto-close, solar models qualify for tax credits
Tubular Sun Tunnel	$200-$600/unit	Least expensive, minimal roof penetration, fits in tight spaces, easy install	Smaller light output, no ventilation, no view of sky	Bathrooms, closets, hallways, tight attic spacesLeast expensive, minimal roof penetration, fits in tight spaces, easy install

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Jacksonville Estimate

Typical Range

$1,092–$3,185

vs. National Average

9% below national

Cost Multiplier

0.91x

Estimates apply Jacksonville's 0.91x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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