Electrical Panel Upgrade Cost in California (2026)

Compare electrical panel upgrade costs across 5 cities in California. Prices range from $3,800 in Sacramento to $5,100 in San Francisco.

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Electrical Panel Upgrade · California
State average
$4,460
Range
$3,800$5,100
Cities tracked
5

City comparison

CityAvg costBudget rangeHigh-end rangevs state avg
San Francisco, CA$5,100$2,100$2,600$9,200$11,800+14%
San Jose, CA$4,900$2,100$2,500$8,900$11,400+10%
Los Angeles, CA$4,400$1,800$2,300$8,000$10,200-1%
San Diego, CA$4,100$1,700$2,100$7,500$9,600-8%
Sacramento, CA$3,800$1,600$1,900$6,900$8,800-15%

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Frequently asked questions

The average electrical panel upgrade in California costs $4,460. Prices range from $3,800 in Sacramento to $5,100 in San Francisco. Costs vary by city due to differences in labor rates, material availability, and local code requirements.