The short answer
hipages says electricians charge about $80 to $100 an hour, plus a call-out fee that it puts at $80 to $130. For a whole house rewire, Airtasker shows $2,000 to $12,000. Only use a licensed electrician, because unqualified electrical work is illegal and dangerous.
Figures come from a hipages guide updated on 8 January 2026 and an Airtasker guide updated on 6 November 2023. They are not quotes.
Licensed electricians only
Energy Safe Victoria says to always hire a licensed electrician, that unqualified electrical work is illegal and dangerous, and that you can check the public register. Other states have their own registers, so check the one for your state.
What changes an electrical price
- call-out fees, which are often charged on top of the hourly rate
- the age and condition of the wiring and the switchboard
- how many points, lights or circuits are involved
- access through ceilings, walls and under floors
- certificates and compliance paperwork
Ask for the licence number on the quote
A real quote shows the electrician's licence number and business name. Check them on the register before you agree.
Price ranges
Ranges, not quotes. Use them to judge whether a quote is in the right area.
| Job | Low | High | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician hourly rate | $80 | $100 per hour | 11 November 2026 |
| Electrician call-out fee | $80 | $130 | 11 November 2026 |
| Rewiring a house | $2,000 | $12,000 | 11 November 2026 |
Sources: hipages (updated 8 January 2026) and Airtasker (updated 6 November 2023). Checked by us on 11 November 2026.
Common questions
How much do electricians charge per hour?
hipages gives $80 to $100 an hour for standard residential work, with a call-out fee of $80 to $130.
How much does it cost to rewire a house?
Airtasker's guide shows $2,000 to $12,000, with a median of $7,000. The size of the house and the access change the price a lot.
Can I do electrical work myself?
Energy Safe Victoria says unqualified electrical work is illegal and dangerous. Always use a licensed electrician.
Sources
- hipages: how much does an electrician cost, checked 11 November 2026
- Airtasker: electrical rewiring cost, checked 11 November 2026
- Energy Safe Victoria: electrical work isn't a DIY job, checked 11 November 2026