Basic
$147 – $491 each
Single-light sconce in nickel with a frosted glass shade, mounted level on the existing box, tested
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How Much Does Install Wall Sconce Cost in New York, New York?
Install one hardwired wall sconce on an existing or short-extension wall box, mid-grade fixture and electrician labor.
Install Wall Sconce in New York, New York typically costs $173 to $578 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Install Wall Sconce in New York, New York
$173 – $578
eachPrices in New York are 18.0% higher than the national average for install wall sconce.
National average: $150 – $500 each
What you get at each price level
Standard
$173 – $578 each
Sconce in black with seeded glass, solid metal backplate, dimmable-ready, mounted level on the existing box
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$217 – $723 each
Solid metal sconce in aged brass with an opal glass shade, integrated warm LED, dimmable, mounted level
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Cost Breakdown in New York
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $75 – $248 | each |
| Labor | labor | $66 – $221 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $20 – $66 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $13 – $44 | each |
Prices adjusted for New York local market conditions.
Install Wall Sconce photo examples
Modern gold wall sconce with a warm glow on a pale green paneled wall
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Design styles
See how install wall sconce 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-$225.00 per unit)
- Labor ($52.00-$175.00 per unit)
- Supplies & Other ($18.00-$60.00 per unit)
- Equipment & Disposal ($12.00-$40.00 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 Sconce, 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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