Cost guide · Electrical
How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in 2026?
Typical range
$2,200 – $4,500
200-amp residential
Electrical panel upgrade runs $2,200–$4,500 for a 200-amp residential service in 2026. Larger services (300A, 400A) and complex installs (load-side rework, mast replacement, meter relocation) run $4,500–$8,500.
Why the range is wide
Standard panel upgrade: replace existing 100A or 150A panel with 200A modern panel, install AFCI/GFCI breakers per current code, transfer + label all circuits. Adds capacity for EV charger, heat pump, induction range, additional sub-panels. Permit + utility coordination required.
Factors that affect price
Service amperage
100A → 200A upgrade: $2,200–$4,500. 200A → 300A: $4,000–$6,500. 200A → 400A (high-end residential): $5,500–$8,500.
Mast / service entrance
Existing mast OK: standard. Mast replacement: +$500–$1,200. Underground service entrance: +$1,000–$3,000.
Meter base
Existing OK: standard. Replacement: +$300–$700.
Code-required upgrades
AFCI on all general circuits, GFCI on kitchen/bath/exterior: included in modern panel labor. Surge protection now required in many jurisdictions: +$300–$700.
Permits + utility disconnect
Permit: $150–$400. Utility coordination (disconnect and reconnect of service): $0–$300 depending on utility.
Sub-panel addition
Adding a sub-panel for garage / addition / EV: $1,200–$2,500 separately.
Regional variation
California, Pacific Northwest, and Northeast tend to run higher labor rates (+10–25%). Sun Belt and Mountain West are typically lower. Some utility companies (PG&E, ConEd) charge more for service upgrades; others (most rural co-ops) are quicker and cheaper.
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