Basic
$120 – $319 each
Flush-mount frosted glass dome fixture with LED bulbs, mounted on the existing box
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How Much Does Ceiling Lighting Cost in Charlotte, North Carolina?
Electrician supply-and-install of one standard ceiling light fixture (flush mount or semi-flush) on existing wiring.
Ceiling Lighting in Charlotte, North Carolina typically costs $141 to $375 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Ceiling Lighting in Charlotte, North Carolina
$141 – $375
eachPrices in Charlotte are 7.0% lower than the national average for ceiling lighting.
National average: $150 – $400 each
What you get at each price level
Standard
$141 – $375 each
Slim flush-mount integrated LED fixture, dimmable, brushed nickel finish
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$176 – $469 each
Semi-flush fixture with matte black metal frame and opal glass shade, dimmable, selectable color temperature
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Cost Breakdown in Charlotte
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $66 – $175 | each |
| Labor | labor | $46 – $123 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $17 – $47 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $12 – $31 | each |
Prices adjusted for Charlotte local market conditions.
Ceiling Lighting photo examples
White semi-flush dome ceiling light fixture mounted on a ceiling beside a vent
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Design styles
See how ceiling lighting looks in each style, with photos of real projects by working designers.
Charlotte style: Southern transitional with modern accents
Charlotte's new-build market is transitional: classic proportions, neutral palettes, shaker cabinetry and warm wood, with modern accents in lighting and hardware. It is less formal than Atlanta and less coastal than Charleston.
Photos of the styles Charlotte draws from.
Built from
Transitional bathroom
Photo: 615interiors · Profile
Transitional bathroom
Photo: Full Circle Interior Design · Profile
Transitional bathroom
Photo: Jorde Carey Inc · Profile
Transitional bathroom
Photo: Julie Geyer Studio · Profile
Transitional bathroom: Modern Glamour Bath
Photo: Kaelyn Schmidt Design
Transitional bathroom
Photo: NR Interiors · Profile
Transitional bathroom
Photo: Opaline Interiors Studio · Profile
Transitional bathroom
Photo: Slate Studios · Profile
Transitional bathroom: Modern Glamour Bath
Photo: Kaelyn Schmidt Design
Cost Factors in Charlotte, North Carolina
What Affects Pricing
- Materials ($68.00-$180.00 per unit)
- Labor ($52.00-$140.00 per unit)
- Supplies & Other ($18.00-$48.00 per unit)
- Equipment & Disposal ($12.00-$32.00 per unit)
Local Price Adjustments
Material costs3.0% below avg
Labor costs12.0% below avg
Material costs in Charlotte run proportionally higher than labor, which may favor labor-intensive approaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
References
- Light Fixture Installation | Home Depot, The Home Depot, retrieved Nov 2026
- Electrician Light Installation Cost Guide 2025, aielectricaldata.com.au, retrieved Nov 2026
- Construction wages by metro and rural area, used for the labor adjustment by ZIP code, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- Regional price parities for goods, used for the materials adjustment by ZIP code, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2024
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