Basic
$147 – $442 each
Single-light sconce in chrome with frosted glass, mounted level on the existing box, tested
How Much Does Install Wall Lighting Cost in New York, New York?
Install one hardwired wall light fixture (sconce or vanity-style) on an existing or short-extension wall box, fixture and electrician labor.
Install Wall Lighting in New York, New York typically costs $173 to $520 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Install Wall Lighting in New York, New York
$173 – $520
eachPrices in New York are 18.0% higher than the national average for install wall lighting.
National average: $150 – $450 each
What you get at each price level
Standard
$173 – $520 each
Single-light sconce in brushed nickel with seeded glass, dimmable bulb, mounted level on the existing box
Premium
$217 – $650 each
Solid metal single-light sconce in matte black with ribbed glass, integrated dimmable LED, mounted level
Cost Breakdown in New York
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $75 – $222 | each |
| Labor | labor | $66 – $199 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $20 – $59 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $13 – $40 | each |
Prices adjusted for New York local market conditions.
Design styles
See how install wall lighting looks in each style, with photos of real projects by working designers.
New York style: Pre-war classic and downtown contemporary
New York splits into two dominant looks: pre-war classic, with high ceilings, crown molding, herringbone floors and traditional detail, and downtown contemporary, with open loft plans, industrial windows, pale oak and minimal trim. Renovations usually pick one and commit.
Work by New York designers first, then the styles New York draws from.
Built from
Modern kitchen
Photo: Alexandra Peck Design · Profile
Art Deco living room
Photo: Armen Alexander Design · Profile
Art Deco living room
Photo: Sova Studio · Profile
Art Deco living room
Photo: Armen Alexander Design · Profile
Minimalist living room
Photo: Sara Mosele Interiors · Profile
Minimalist living room
Photo: Sara Mosele Interiors · Profile
Traditional living room
Photo: Emora Design Studio · Profile
Traditional interior
Photo: Jo Lyle & Co. · Profile
Traditional bathroom
Photo: Angela Rennie Design · Profile
Cost Factors in New York, New York
What Affects Pricing
- Materials ($68.00-$202.00 per unit)
- Labor ($52.00-$158.00 per unit)
- Supplies & Other ($18.00-$54.00 per unit)
- Equipment & Disposal ($12.00-$36.00 per unit)
Local Price Adjustments
Material costs10.0% above avg
Labor costs26.0% above avg
Labor costs in New York run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How we price this
BuildX Pro researches and reviews the national price range for Install Wall Lighting, then adjusts it to your ZIP code for local labor and material costs using the public data below. Last checked 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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