Basic
$590 – $2,358 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 New York, New York typically costs $694 to $2,774 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 New York are 18.0% higher than the national average for patio lighting.
National average: $600 – $2,400 per project
$590 – $2,358 per project
Hardwired LED string lights with shatterproof round globe bulbs on a guide wire over the patio, on a single switch
$694 – $2,774 per project
Heavy-duty hardwired string lights with warm filament-style LED bulbs on steel cable, outdoor dimmer switch
$867 – $3,468 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 | $297 – $1,188 | job |
| Labor | labor | $265 – $1,058 | job |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $79 – $317 | job |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $53 – $211 | job |
Labor costs in New York run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local patio lighting contractors in New York for personalized quotes based on your specific project.