Home project costs in Illinois
Statewide ranges for 38 projects, using Illinois wages (BLS) and regional prices (BEA). Pick a city below for local prices.
Illinois ranks 19 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) on BEA's regional price index at 100.0, where the US is 100. Its goods index is 103.8 (rank 9). BLS counts 6,098,130 jobs across the state.
Statewide, 38 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 0 below. The biggest premiums are concrete driveway (+26%), sprinkler system (+26%) and inground pool (+25%); the lowest are attic insulation (+7%), window replacement (+8%) and sod installation (+9%).
Weather across the 6 metros we cover: January average lows of 15 to 19°F, July average highs of 84 to 86°F and 34 to 40 inches of precipitation a year (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Cities in Illinois
How the metros in Illinois compare
We priced all 38 projects in each of Illinois's 6 metros. On average Chicago sits highest (+21% versus the US) and Champaign lowest (+7%), 13.7 percentage points apart. Part of that gap is wages and part is materials, so check the individual city pages for the job you have in mind.
| Metro | Jobs | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 4,513,280 | 103.6 | 107.3 | +21% |
| Springfield, IL | 100,810 | 92.7 | 93.6 | +10% |
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 | 91.2 | 93.6 | +10% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 | 93.5 | 93.6 | +9% |
| Rockford, IL | 137,650 | 92.2 | 93.6 | +8% |
| Champaign, IL | 105,500 | 92.7 | 93.6 | +7% |
What trades earn in Illinois
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $22.14 | $29.18 | $45.79 | $22.66 | 1.29 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $27.00 | $37.98 | $51.42 | $29.12 | 1.30 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $33.28 | $46.99 | $52.56 | $28.78 | 1.63 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $34.65 | $48.05 | $57.72 | $30.67 | 1.57 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $27.82 | $37.58 | $47.56 | $27.41 | 1.37 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $35.35 | $47.87 | $56.47 | $30.38 | 1.58 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | $23.20 | $32.29 | $44.83 | $26.77 | 1.21 |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $27.81 | $37.45 | $49.54 | $26.65 | 1.41 |
Concrete & paving in Illinois
Across these 7 projects, Illinois averages +21% against national midpoints. Concrete driveway is highest at +26% and concrete slab lowest at +17%.
| Project | Size | Illinois range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Illinois | 400 sq ft | $2,950 – $6,050 | $3,850 |
| Concrete driveway cost in Illinois | 600 sq ft | $4,500 – $11,700 | $6,450 |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Illinois | 600 sq ft | $3,550 – $8,950 | $5,250 |
| Gravel driveway cost in Illinois | 1,000 sq ft | $3,150 – $12,700 | $6,350 |
| Paver patio cost in Illinois | 300 sq ft | $3,600 – $6,500 | $4,250 |
| Concrete patio cost in Illinois | 300 sq ft | $1,450 – $4,850 | $2,650 |
| Stamped concrete cost in Illinois | 400 sq ft | $3,850 – $9,600 | $5,600 |
Decks & outdoor in Illinois
Across these 2 projects, Illinois averages +17% against national midpoints. Composite deck is highest at +19% and wood deck lowest at +15%.
| Project | Size | Illinois range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Illinois | 300 sq ft | $8,700 – $17,500 | $11,400 |
| Composite deck cost in Illinois | 300 sq ft | $14,400 – $28,900 | $18,100 |
Building & additions in Illinois
The 2 jobs here average +22% versus the US in Illinois, from +19% (detached garage) to +25% (home addition).
| Project | Size | Illinois range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Illinois | 576 sq ft | $34,500 – $69,200 | $43,500 |
| Home addition cost in Illinois | 300 sq ft | $47,400 – $95,800 | $57,500 |
Doors & windows in Illinois
Across these 5 projects, Illinois averages +11% against national midpoints. Storm door is highest at +13% and window replacement lowest at +8%.
| Project | Size | Illinois range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Illinois | 1 door | $810 – $4,100 | $2,200 |
| Storm door cost in Illinois | 1 door | $400 – $1,050 | $650 |
| Front door cost in Illinois | 1 door | $590 – $2,700 | $1,500 |
| Window replacement cost in Illinois | 10 windows | $4,900 – $16,100 | $9,750 |
| Patio door cost in Illinois | 1 door | $660 – $6,800 | $3,300 |
Fencing in Illinois
Across these 4 projects, Illinois averages +14% against national midpoints. Chain-link fence is highest at +19% and vinyl fence lowest at +9%.
| Project | Size | Illinois range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Illinois | 150 linear ft | $3,550 – $8,700 | $5,350 |
| Vinyl fence cost in Illinois | 150 linear ft | $4,900 – $10,100 | $6,850 |
| Chain-link fence cost in Illinois | 150 linear ft | $1,750 – $7,400 | $3,850 |
| Aluminum fence cost in Illinois | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $12,900 | $7,600 |
Roofing & exterior in Illinois
Across these 5 projects, Illinois averages +18% against national midpoints. Roof replacement is highest at +25% and attic insulation lowest at +7%.
| Project | Size | Illinois range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Illinois | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,850 – $15,400 | $9,300 |
| Metal roof cost in Illinois | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $13,400 – $39,400 | $21,300 |
| Gutters cost in Illinois | 160 linear ft | $1,550 – $4,850 | $2,750 |
| Vinyl siding cost in Illinois | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,850 – $29,600 | $16,800 |
| Attic insulation cost in Illinois | 1,000 sq ft | $1,100 – $4,250 | $2,500 |
Kitchen & bath in Illinois
The 5 jobs here average +17% versus the US in Illinois, from +10% (kitchen remodel) to +23% (shower pan).
| Project | Size | Illinois range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Illinois | 25 linear ft | $4,800 – $16,900 | $9,150 |
| Shower pan cost in Illinois | 1 pan | $1,250 – $3,350 | $1,850 |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Illinois | 120 sq ft | $20,300 – $34,600 | $25,000 |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Illinois | 45 sq ft | $5,650 – $27,900 | $14,000 |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Illinois | 30 sq ft | $340 – $1,650 | $900 |
Landscaping & drainage in Illinois
The 5 jobs here average +20% versus the US in Illinois, from +9% (sod installation) to +26% (sprinkler system).
| Project | Size | Illinois range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Illinois | 60 linear ft | $720 – $2,500 | $1,350 |
| Retaining wall cost in Illinois | 200 sq ft of wall face | $9,000 – $16,000 | $10,300 |
| Sod installation cost in Illinois | 1,500 sq ft | $1,650 – $3,600 | $2,400 |
| Sprinkler system cost in Illinois | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $5,050 – $12,600 | $7,000 |
| Inground pool cost in Illinois | 450 sq ft | $45,300 – $141,500 | $74,500 |
Flooring & interior in Illinois
Across these 3 projects, Illinois averages +14% against national midpoints. Laminate flooring is highest at +18% and tile flooring lowest at +11%.
| Project | Size | Illinois range | US midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Illinois | 500 sq ft | $6,350 – $14,200 | $9,000 |
| Laminate flooring cost in Illinois | 500 sq ft | $2,400 – $8,150 | $4,500 |
| Tile flooring cost in Illinois | 200 sq ft | $2,850 – $10,900 | $6,200 |