How Much Does Ceiling Fan Installation Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Ceiling Fan Installation Include?
Ceiling fan installation involves mounting a fan to an electrical box in the ceiling, connecting the wiring, and ensuring proper balance. Replacing an existing light fixture with a fan is simpler than installing one in a new location.
The national average cost for ceiling fan installation is $280 per fan. Most homeowners pay between $150 and $500, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Installation Type
Replace existing fixture: $100-$200 labor. New location with wiring: $300-$600 labor
Ceiling Type
Standard flat ceiling: base price. Vaulted/sloped: add $50-$100. Concrete: add $100-$200
Fan Cost
Budget: $50-$100. Mid-range: $150-$300. High-end (Hunter, Minka Aire): $400-$1,000+
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Existing electrical box or new installation
- ✓Ceiling height and type
- ✓Fan size and weight
- ✓Wiring requirements
- ✓Number of fans
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Replacing an existing fixture is much cheaper ($100-$200 labor) than new installation
- 2.Buy fans during seasonal sales (spring/fall) at Home Depot or Lowe's
- 3.Install multiple fans in one visit for a per-fan discount
- 4.Simple swap installations are DIY-friendly with basic electrical knowledge
📈 Ceiling Fan Installation Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.6% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $238 | — |
| 2021 | $248 | +4.2% |
| 2022 | $264 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $271 | +2.7% |
| 2024 | $280 | +3.3% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Ceiling Fan Installation Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $123 | $230 | $410 |
| Alaska | $192 | $358 | $640 |
| Arizona | $143 | $266 | $475 |
| Arkansas | $120 | $224 | $400 |
| California | $203 | $378 | $675 |
| Colorado | $162 | $302 | $540 |
| Connecticut | $183 | $342 | $610 |
| Delaware | $158 | $294 | $525 |
| Florida | $147 | $274 | $490 |
| Georgia | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| Hawaii | $213 | $398 | $710 |
| Idaho | $138 | $258 | $460 |
| Illinois | $158 | $294 | $525 |
| Indiana | $132 | $246 | $440 |
| Iowa | $129 | $241 | $430 |
| Kansas | $128 | $238 | $425 |
| Kentucky | $126 | $235 | $420 |
| Louisiana | $131 | $244 | $435 |
| Maine | $153 | $286 | $510 |
| Maryland | $173 | $322 | $575 |
| Massachusetts | $195 | $364 | $650 |
| Michigan | $138 | $258 | $460 |
| Minnesota | $153 | $286 | $510 |
| Mississippi | $117 | $218 | $390 |
| Missouri | $131 | $244 | $435 |
| Montana | $143 | $266 | $475 |
| Nebraska | $132 | $246 | $440 |
| Nevada | $153 | $286 | $510 |
| New Hampshire | $168 | $314 | $560 |
| New Jersey | $188 | $350 | $625 |
| New Mexico | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| New York | $198 | $370 | $660 |
| North Carolina | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| North Dakota | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| Ohio | $135 | $252 | $450 |
| Oklahoma | $125 | $232 | $415 |
| Oregon | $165 | $308 | $550 |
| Pennsylvania | $153 | $286 | $510 |
| Rhode Island | $173 | $322 | $575 |
| South Carolina | $131 | $244 | $435 |
| South Dakota | $128 | $238 | $425 |
| Tennessee | $129 | $241 | $430 |
| Texas | $140 | $260 | $465 |
| Utah | $143 | $266 | $475 |
| Vermont | $162 | $302 | $540 |
| Virginia | $158 | $294 | $525 |
| Washington | $173 | $322 | $575 |
| West Virginia | $120 | $224 | $400 |
| Wisconsin | $141 | $263 | $470 |
| Wyoming | $138 | $258 | $460 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do ceiling fans actually save money?
Yes. Running a ceiling fan costs about $0.01/hour vs $0.36/hour for AC. Fans let you raise your thermostat 4°F without reducing comfort, saving 4-8% on cooling bills.
Can I install a ceiling fan where there's no existing fixture?
Yes, but it requires running new wiring from the switch to the ceiling location, installing a fan-rated electrical box, and possibly cutting into drywall. This costs $300-$600 for labor.
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