Detached garage cost in Peoria, IL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (576 sq ft)
- $32,100 – $64,400
- Per sq ft
- $55.50 – $111
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +11%
- US $43,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #30
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a detached garage in the Peoria area: $32,100 to $64,400 for 576 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 11% higher than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $36.19 an hour in the Peoria area, 24% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 576 sq ft in Peoria, IL, standard level
$41,800 to $54,700
About $72 to $94.50 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 57% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $17,500 | $22,900 |
| Labor | $24,000 | $31,400 |
| Permits and fees | $230 | $360 |
| Total | $41,800 | $54,700 |
Cost breakdown for 576 sq ft in Peoria, IL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,500 | $20,200 | $27,000 | 42% |
| Labor | $18,500 | $27,700 | $37,000 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $300 | $460 | 1% |
| Total | $32,100 | $48,200 | $64,400 | 100% |
What is behind the Peoria number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 5 trades: carpenters at 45%, cement masons and concrete finishers at 15%, construction laborers at 20%, electricians at 10%, roofers at 10%. Weighted together, Peoria wages are 1.28 times the national level. Labor makes up about 57% of the midpoint estimate (50% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Peoria is at 93.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $21,600 nationally becomes $20,200 here (midpoint, 576 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 91.2: $140 to $460.
Who does the work: Peoria trade wages
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 5 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Peoria the blend is 1.28.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $36.19 an hour, 24% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.14 and $48.02 an hour. About 780 work in the metro. That is 47.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 20%) the local median is $30.27 an hour, which is 34% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.67 and $37.76 an hour. BLS counts 1,020 of them working in the area, 61.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051), 15% of the weighting: a median of $34.94 an hour, 27% above the US median of $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $24.21 and $38.12 an hour. About 220 work in the metro. That is 13.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 13.3 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $38.68 an hour, which is 27% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $29.78 and $49.97 an hour. BLS counts 880 of them working in the area, 53.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is about average.
Roofers (47-2181), 10% of the weighting: a median of $36.83 an hour, 38% above the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $26.36 and $46.99 an hour. About 160 work in the metro. That is 9.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $3,950 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $4,000. That is a swing of roughly 8.3% to 8.2% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Peoria has 166,020 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 141st by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $24.14 | $36.19 | $48.02 | $29.12 | 1.24 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 15% | $24.21 | $34.94 | $38.12 | $27.41 | 1.27 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $22.67 | $30.27 | $37.76 | $22.66 | 1.34 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $29.78 | $38.68 | $49.97 | $30.38 | 1.27 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $26.36 | $36.83 | $46.99 | $26.65 | 1.38 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.28 | |||||
Peoria: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Peoria. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft to 3-car (900 sq ft).
Basic
$32,100 to $45,000
Basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door
Standard
$41,800 to $54,700
Finished exterior, insulated, electrical and a nicer door
Premium
$51,500 to $64,400
Insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $13,500 – $18,900 | $17,500 – $23,000 | $21,600 – $27,100 |
| 2-car (24x24), 576 sq ft | $32,100 – $45,000 | $41,800 – $54,700 | $51,500 – $64,400 |
| 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft | $40,100 – $56,200 | $52,200 – $68,300 | $64,300 – $80,400 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $50,100 – $70,200 | $65,200 – $85,300 | $80,200 – $100,500 |
Related projects, priced for Peoria
Jobs that often go together with detached garage are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Peoria wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, concrete driveway comes out highest (+19%) and garage door lowest (+1%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,750 – $5,600 | +9% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $740 – $3,750 | +1% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $4,250 – $11,100 | +19% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $43,700 – $88,300 | +15% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Peoria bid
Garage apartments
A garage with living space is a different project: HomeGuide puts them at $80,000-$300,000.
Permits
You need a permit for a detached garage: $150-$500 on average, with separate electrical or plumbing permits if those are involved.
Electrical
Running power to a detached garage costs $1,000-$3,800 for a standard build and $5,000 or more for a long trench or amperage upgrade (Angi, Trusscore).
The best months for detached garage in Peoria
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Peoria Gtr Peoria Ap (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For pouring concrete, the comfortable months in Peoria are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below.
The 40°F line is a deliberately cautious stand-in. The American Concrete Institute's cold-weather guide (ACI 306R-16) defines cold-weather concreting around an average daily air temperature below 40°F, which is colder than our test of an average overnight low at or below 40°F, so we flag a few extra shoulder months. In cold weather crews may need heated enclosures, insulating blankets or accelerated mixes, and those measures can raise a quote.
Peoria gets about 38 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 26 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and June (4.7 inches in May). Inside the workable window, August and October are the driest, at 3.3 and 3.2 inches. The station averages about 23 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 34 | 18 | 2.1 | Cold |
| Feb | 39 | 21 | 2.0 | Cold |
| Mar | 51 | 32 | 2.7 | Cold |
| Apr | 64 | 42 | 4.0 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 53 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 83 | 62 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 66 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Aug | 85 | 64 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 56 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 65 | 44 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 51 | 33 | 2.7 | Cold |
| Dec | 39 | 23 | 2.2 | Cold |
Peoria against nearby metros and the rest of Illinois
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 576 sq ft range from $43,300 to $48,200 across Peoria and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, ILthis page | $32,100 – $64,400 | $48,200 | |
| Bloomington, IL40 miles | $31,600 – $63,300 | $47,400 | −2% |
| Davenport, IA65 miles | $28,800 – $57,800 | $43,300 | −10% |
| Springfield, IL65 miles | $32,000 – $64,100 | $48,000 | level |
| Champaign, IL75 miles | $31,100 – $62,400 | $46,700 | −3% |
| Rockford, IL110 miles | $31,600 – $63,500 | $47,600 | −1% |
| Illinois (statewide) | $34,500 – $69,200 | $51,900 | +8% |
| United States | $29,000 – $58,100 | $43,500 | −10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Peoria ranks #30 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Peoria is 7% below the Illinois figure.
Elsewhere in Illinois
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 4,513,280 jobs | $35,500 – $71,100 | $53,300 | +10% |
| Rockford, IL | 137,650 jobs | $31,600 – $63,500 | $47,600 | −1% |
| Champaign, IL | 105,500 jobs | $31,100 – $62,400 | $46,700 | −3% |
| Springfield, IL | 100,810 jobs | $32,000 – $64,100 | $48,000 | level |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $31,600 – $63,300 | $47,400 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Peoria against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lubbock, TX | 166,780 jobs | $24,400 – $49,000 | $36,700 | −24% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $25,300 – $50,800 | $38,100 | −21% |
| Atlantic City, NJ | 168,700 jobs | $30,300 – $60,900 | $45,600 | −5% |
| Spartanburg, SC | 165,150 jobs | $26,500 – $53,100 | $39,800 | −17% |
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Detached garage in Peoria: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a detached garage in Peoria?
For 576 sq ft, expect $32,100 to $64,400 in the Peoria area. A standard-spec job lands at $41,800 to $54,700. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for detached garage in Peoria?
About $55.50 to $111 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $140 to $460 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $50 to $100.
+Is detached garage cheaper in Peoria or Bloomington?
Bloomington is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 576 sq ft there is $47,400, which is 2% less than Peoria ($48,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Peoria?
About 57% at the midpoint, or $27,700 out of $48,200. Materials are 42% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft cost in Peoria?
$40,100 to $80,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does detached garage need a permit in Peoria?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $140 to $460 for fees in the Peoria area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Peoria expensive for detached garage compared with the rest of Illinois?
Peoria is 7% below the Illinois statewide estimate ($51,900 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Illinois; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Peoria?
The BLS median is $36.19 an hour in the Peoria area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.14 to $48.02.
+What do basic and premium detached garage work cost in Peoria?
For 576 sq ft, basic work runs $32,100 to $45,000 and premium work $51,500 to $64,400. Basic means: basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door. Premium means: insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes.
+When is the best time to build a detached garage in Peoria?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. August and October are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Detached garage near Peoria
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Detached Garage Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Trusscore: How Much Does It Cost to Build a Garage? 2026 Price Guide (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Angi: How Much Does It Cost to Build a Detached Garage? [2026 Data] (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = installed range / 1.6, because Angi puts professional labor at roughly an additional 60% of the materials cost (materials about 62.5% of the total).