Basic
$495 – $1,982 per project
Hardwired LED string lights with shatterproof round globe bulbs on a guide wire over the patio, on a single switch

Light a typical backyard patio: hardwired string lights or several recessed/downlights and accent fixtures, with electrician wiring and switch.
Patio Lighting in Indianapolis, Indiana typically costs $583 to $2,332 per project as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Indianapolis are 1.0% lower than the national average for patio lighting.
National average: $600 – $2,400 per project
$495 – $1,982 per project
Hardwired LED string lights with shatterproof round globe bulbs on a guide wire over the patio, on a single switch
$583 – $2,332 per project
Heavy-duty hardwired string lights with warm filament-style LED bulbs on steel cable, outdoor dimmer switch
$729 – $2,915 per project
Heavy-duty hardwired string lights with larger warm filament-style LED bulbs on steel cable, outdoor dimmer switch
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $254 – $1,015 | job |
| Labor | labor | $216 – $865 | job |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $68 – $271 | job |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $45 – $180 | job |
Labor costs in Indianapolis run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local patio lighting contractors in Indianapolis for personalized quotes based on your specific project.