How high is a light switch mounted?

At the standard 46 inches beside a doorway.

What are its dimensions?

It is 3 inches wide and 5 inches tall, projecting 1 inch from the wall.

Living Room · Fixtures

Light Switch

Width 3″Depth 1″Height 5″Shape rectangle

Overview

A light switch is the standard single-gang wall control that turns one fixture or circuit on and off. It marks where a room's lighting is controlled, the basic building block of an electrical layout.

Sizing & placement

It is a small 3-by-5-inch plate set 1 inch off the wall and mounted at the standard 46-inch height for comfortable reach beside a doorway. Place it at room entries on the wall.

Where it works

Used in every room from living rooms and bedrooms to garages and gyms; any style.

Specifications

Width	3 in
Depth	1 in
Height	5 in
Shape	rectangle
Size class	small
Room types	living-room, bedroom, dining-room, kitchen, bathroom, office, garage, laundry-room, gym
Default color	#F5F5F5

Configurable options

Color — any hex value
Style variants available

Frequently asked questions

How high is a light switch mounted?: At the standard 46 inches beside a doorway.
What are its dimensions?: It is 3 inches wide and 5 inches tall, projecting 1 inch from the wall.