Electrician Cost in Sydney (2026)
Sydney has the country's dearest electrical labour, and its old terraces and apartments are full of switchboards due for an upgrade.
Your electrician details
Your estimate sits within the typical range.
Where the money goes
Estimated breakdown for your configuration
💰 Ways to save
- Bundle small jobs (power points, lights, fans) into one visit to share the call-out.
- Get safety switches done alongside other work rather than a separate call-out.
How we estimate this
Electricians in Australia in 2026 typically charge $80–$150 per hour plus a call-out fee of $60–$150. Small jobs like a power point are $150–$300; switchboard upgrades $800–$2,500.
Pricing reviewed: June 2026.
What a electrician costs in Sydney
The dense inner suburbs are packed with early-twentieth-century terraces still running ceramic-fuse switchboards and, in the worst cases, perished rubber (VIR) wiring an electrician will flag as a fire risk the moment the cover comes off. A job booked as 'add a powerpoint' often becomes a switchboard upgrade with safety switches, because adding a circuit to a non-compliant board is not something a licensed sparky will sign off.
Apartment and strata work brings owners-corporation approval and building-access constraints that lengthen even small jobs, and Sydney's tight trade market means after-hours and emergency rates are the highest of any capital. All electrical work needs a licensed electrician and a Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work. Solar and EV-charger installs are in heavy demand across the suburbs, and the switchboard upgrade they often require is where those quotes grow.
Compare against the national picture: Electrician Cost in Australia →
Electrician Cost in other cities
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrician cost in Australia?
Typically $80–$150 per hour plus a $60–$150 call-out in 2026. Small jobs are $150–$300; switchboard upgrades $800–$2,500.
Why is there a call-out fee?
The call-out covers travel and the first part of the job. It’s standard for most electricians and tradespeople.
Do I need an electrician for power points?
Yes, all electrical work in Australia must be done by a licensed electrician for safety and compliance.