EV Charger Installation cost in Long Beach, CA
Long Beach homeowners typically pay $975 – $3,050 for ev charger installation. Local labor and materials price 22% above the national average.
Long Beach average
$2,000
Typical low
$975
Typical high
$3,050
Per install
$975 – $3,050
Sample ZIP
90802
What drives Long Beach pricing
Local labor
Long Beach pricing tracks greater LA with a small coastal premium.
Permits & code
City permits required for exterior alterations; coastal zone triggers extra review.
Climate & conditions
Salt air shortens the life of untreated metal and paint.
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Estimated project cost
$1,188 – $1,615
Most homeowners pay around $1,401
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Cost by material in Long Beach
Installed Long Beach pricing per install.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| NEMA 14-50 outlet | $1,250 – $1,700 |
| Hardwired Level 2 charger | $1,700 – $2,250 |
| Level 2 with panel upgrade | $2,250 – $2,900 |
| Dual charger with load management | $2,900 – $4,050 |
Where the money goes in Long Beach
A typical $2,000 Long Beach project, broken down by line item.
- Labor0.45% · $9
- Materials0.38% · $8
- Permits & inspections0.05% · $1
- Overhead & profit0.12% · $2
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Long Beach quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Panel upgrade to 200A
Long conduit run
Load management device
Permit and inspection
Ways to save in Long Beach
- Check for federal, state and utility EV charger rebates before you buy.
- Mount the charger as close to the panel as possible.
- Collect three written bids on an identical scope — spreads of 20–40% are normal.
- Book in the off-season and stay flexible on the start date to save 5–15%.
- Bundle nearby work into one mobilization so you only pay setup and travel once.
- Ask what the contractor would change to cut 10% without hurting durability.
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