Illinois cost guide
What home improvement costs in Illinois.
Costs here run close to the national average, calibrated to Illinois's regional prices and local labor. Below are typical hire-a-pro and DIY ranges, plus per-square-foot costs, for common projects. Cited, free, and no lead forms.
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These are statewide ranges. Get your exact Illinois cost for your zip code and project size.
Why Illinois costs what it does
Illinois sits roughly 0.0% above the national price parity index. Trades-labor index runs 1.04× the national average; metro projects in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run higher than the state average, rural areas run lower. The largest metro for pricing is Chicago-Naperville-Elgin. We adjust every national benchmark using Illinois's BEA Regional Price Parity (1.00) and BLS labor index (1.04), the same inputs professional estimators use.
In dollars: a mid-range kitchen remodel that averages about $30,000 nationally runs roughly $30,600 in Illinois. The same parity carries through every project below.
Common project costs in Illinois
| Project | Hire a pro | Per unit* | DIY (materials) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basement Finishing | $15,300–$51,000 | n/a | $7,000–$25,000 | Details → |
| Sunroom Addition | $15,300–$51,000 | n/a | $5,000–$20,000 | Details → |
| Detached Garage Build | $20,400–$51,000 | n/a | $12,000–$30,000 | Details → |
| Kitchen Remodel | $15,300–$45,900 | $255/sq ft | $6,000–$18,000 | Details → |
| Solar Panel Installation | $15,300–$30,600 | $3825/kW | $9,000–$18,000 | Details → |
| Metal Roofing | $12,200–$30,600 | n/a | $7,000–$16,000 | Details → |
| Siding Installation | $9,200–$25,500 | $12/sq ft | $5,000–$13,000 | Details → |
| Septic System Installation | $5,100–$25,500 | n/a | $0–$0 | Details → |
| Bathroom Remodel | $6,600–$18,400 | $313/sq ft | $2,500–$7,500 | Details → |
| Vinyl Siding | $8,200–$18,400 | n/a | $4,000–$12,000 | Details → |
| Heat Pump | $6,100–$18,400 | n/a | $4,000–$9,000 | Details → |
| Whole-House Generator | $5,100–$15,300 | n/a | $0–$0 | Details → |
| Roofing | $5,600–$14,300 | $7/sq ft | $2,200–$5,500 | Details → |
| Window Replacement | $5,100–$14,300 | $970/window | $3,000–$8,000 | Details → |
| HVAC Replacement | $6,100–$13,300 | n/a | $3,000–$7,000 | Details → |
| Concrete Driveway | $4,600–$12,200 | $14/sq ft | $2,500–$6,500 | Details → |
| Hardwood Flooring | $5,100–$12,200 | n/a | $2,500–$7,500 | Details → |
| Retaining Wall | $3,600–$12,200 | n/a | $1,500–$5,000 | Details → |
| Cabinet Refacing | $4,100–$12,200 | n/a | $1,000–$4,000 | Details → |
| Tub-to-Shower Conversion | $3,600–$12,200 | n/a | $1,500–$6,000 | Details → |
| Decking | $4,100–$11,200 | $40/sq ft | $1,800–$4,500 | Details → |
| Ductless Mini-Split | $3,100–$10,200 | n/a | $1,500–$4,000 | Details → |
| Exterior Painting | $3,100–$9,200 | n/a | $700–$2,500 | Details → |
| Paver Patio | $3,600–$9,200 | n/a | $1,500–$3,500 | Details → |
| Pergola Installation | $2,600–$9,200 | n/a | $800–$4,000 | Details → |
| AC Replacement | $4,600–$9,200 | n/a | $2,500–$5,000 | Details → |
| Flooring Installation | $3,100–$8,200 | $11/sq ft | $1,500–$4,000 | Details → |
| Fireplace Installation | $2,000–$8,200 | n/a | $600–$3,000 | Details → |
| Sprinkler System Installation | $2,600–$8,200 | n/a | $800–$3,000 | Details → |
| Furnace Replacement | $3,600–$8,200 | n/a | $2,000–$4,500 | Details → |
| Interior Painting | $2,000–$6,100 | $3/sq ft | $400–$1,200 | Details → |
| Countertop Installation | $2,000–$6,100 | n/a | $800–$3,000 | Details → |
| Tile Flooring | $1,800–$6,100 | n/a | $700–$2,500 | Details → |
| French Drain | $1,500–$6,100 | n/a | $400–$1,500 | Details → |
| Shower Tile Surround | $2,000–$6,100 | n/a | $700–$2,500 | Details → |
| Shed Installation | $1,500–$6,100 | n/a | $600–$3,500 | Details → |
| Mold Remediation | $1,500–$6,100 | n/a | $100–$500 | Details → |
| Landscape Lighting | $2,000–$6,100 | n/a | $300–$1,500 | Details → |
| Fence Installation | $1,800–$5,600 | $25/linear ft | $700–$2,200 | Details → |
| Tankless Water Heater | $1,400–$5,100 | n/a | $1,000–$2,500 | Details → |
| Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring | $1,500–$5,100 | n/a | $600–$2,200 | Details → |
| Epoxy Garage Floor | $1,500–$5,100 | n/a | $200–$800 | Details → |
| Smart Home Installation | $1,000–$5,100 | n/a | $300–$2,000 | Details → |
| Laminate Flooring | $1,400–$4,600 | n/a | $500–$1,800 | Details → |
| Electrical Panel Upgrade | $1,500–$4,600 | n/a | $0–$0 | Details → |
| Sod Installation | $1,000–$4,100 | n/a | $400–$1,500 | Details → |
| Gutter Guards | $1,000–$4,100 | n/a | $200–$1,000 | Details → |
| Chimney Repair | $500–$4,100 | n/a | $100–$600 | Details → |
| Well Pump Replacement | $1,000–$4,100 | n/a | $400–$1,800 | Details → |
| Skylight Installation | $1,000–$4,100 | n/a | $400–$1,500 | Details → |
| Room Soundproofing | $1,000–$4,100 | n/a | $300–$1,500 | Details → |
| Sliding Patio Door Installation | $1,200–$4,100 | n/a | $600–$2,000 | Details → |
| Hardwood Floor Refinishing | $1,200–$4,100 | n/a | $400–$1,200 | Details → |
| Drywall Installation | $1,200–$3,600 | $6/sq ft | $500–$1,400 | Details → |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,200–$3,600 | n/a | $600–$1,800 | Details → |
| Garage Door | $1,000–$3,600 | n/a | $700–$2,200 | Details → |
| Attic Insulation | $1,500–$3,600 | n/a | $500–$1,500 | Details → |
| Exterior Door Installation | $600–$3,600 | n/a | $300–$1,500 | Details → |
| Fire Pit Installation | $700–$3,600 | n/a | $300–$1,500 | Details → |
| Gutter Installation | $1,000–$3,100 | $14/linear ft | $400–$1,200 | Details → |
| EV Charger Installation | $800–$3,100 | n/a | $400–$1,200 | Details → |
| Recessed Lighting Installation | $800–$3,100 | n/a | $200–$600 | Details → |
| Popcorn Ceiling Removal | $1,000–$3,100 | n/a | $100–$500 | Details → |
| Deck Repair | $800–$3,100 | n/a | $200–$1,000 | Details → |
| Closet Build-Out | $500–$3,100 | n/a | $200–$1,200 | Details → |
| Baseboard & Trim Installation | $700–$3,100 | n/a | $300–$900 | Details → |
| Backsplash Tile | $800–$2,600 | n/a | $200–$700 | Details → |
| Sump Pump | $500–$2,600 | n/a | $200–$600 | Details → |
| Radon Mitigation | $800–$2,600 | n/a | $300–$800 | Details → |
| Water Softener Installation | $800–$2,600 | n/a | $400–$1,500 | Details → |
| Wallpaper Installation | $500–$2,600 | n/a | $100–$800 | Details → |
| Carpet Installation | $700–$2,600 | n/a | $300–$1,200 | Details → |
| Interior Door Installation | $400–$2,600 | n/a | $200–$1,000 | Details → |
| Gas Line Installation | $300–$2,000 | n/a | $0–$0 | Details → |
| Tree Removal | $400–$2,000 | n/a | $100–$600 | Details → |
| Roof Repair | $400–$2,000 | n/a | $200–$700 | Details → |
| Bathroom Vanity Installation | $400–$1,500 | n/a | $200–$1,200 | Details → |
| Plumbing Fixture Installation | $200–$1,200 | n/a | $100–$500 | Details → |
| Drywall Repair | $200–$800 | n/a | $0–$100 | Details → |
| Driveway Sealing | $300–$700 | n/a | $100–$200 | Details → |
| Pressure Washing | $200–$600 | n/a | $100–$400 | Details → |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | $200–$600 | n/a | $100–$400 | Details → |
| Toilet Replacement | $200–$600 | n/a | $100–$500 | Details → |
| Garbage Disposal Installation | $200–$500 | n/a | $100–$300 | Details → |
| Kitchen Faucet Replacement | $200–$500 | n/a | $100–$400 | Details → |
*Per-unit is the hire midpoint over a typical project size (1,500 sq ft roof, 150 ft of fence, a 10x12 kitchen, and so on). Ranges are calibrated to Illinois from RSMeans, Angi, Fixr, and HomeGuide benchmarks plus submitted quotes. Your exact cost depends on size, finishes, and scope.
Illinois cost questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Illinois?
A mid-range kitchen remodel in Illinois typically runs $15,300 to $45,900 to hire out, or $6,000 to $18,000 in materials if you DIY. Costs here run close to the national average, so your number moves with finishes and scope.
Do these prices include labor?
Yes. The hire-a-pro range includes typical Illinois labor for the job. The DIY range is materials plus any tools you would need to rent or buy, so the two are an honest comparison.
Why are home improvement costs about average in Illinois?
Illinois costs run close to the national average. We apply the state Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parity (1.00) and the BLS labor index (1.04) to national benchmarks, which together capture local materials prices and wage levels.
What is the most affordable project to start with in Illinois?
Of the common projects, a septic system installation has the lowest entry cost in Illinois, starting around $0 in materials to DIY or $5,100 to hire out.
Are permit fees included in these Illinois estimates?
No. Permit fees are set by your local jurisdiction and vary too much to include in a base range. Our Illinois permit guide covers which projects require a permit and the typical fees.
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