The numbers
Most New Orleans homeowners pay between $5,860 and $24,420 fully installed. The typical project lands around $11,720.
Range includes generator unit, automatic transfer switch, concrete pad, permits, gas line tie-in, electrical labor, and startup testing.
| Generator size | Typical installed range | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 10–14 kW | $3,516 – $8,204 | Essential circuits only |
| 18–22 kW | $9,962 – $13,477 | Whole-home including AC |
| 24–26 kW | $12,892 – $20,757 | Large home, multi-AC, EV |
Sources
- SourceNailtheprice says $5,860 to $24,420 installed with most paying around $11,720
- SourceGeneratorprice.com says $5,500 to $18,000 with 10-12kW at $9,500, 16-20kW at $13,500, 22kW+ at $18,000+
- SourceISCited says $15,000 installed average for standby generator
What drives the variance
- Generator size10 kW vs 26 kW swings the unit price by $8,000+
- Transfer switchAutomatic adds $2,000 to $4,000 over manual
- Gas line$2,000 depending on distance from meter per Nailtheprice
- Electrical panelUpgrade adds $2,000 to $4,000 if needed
- PermitsVaries by parish, typically $400 to $600
- Concrete pad$500 for concrete pad per Nailtheprice
- Labor$125 to $175 per hour per Generatorprice.com
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