Home & Repair, Illinois

Carpenter cost in Chicago, IL

A typical Carpenter figure in Chicago is about $108 per hour, about 26% above the national figure of $85.

Typical cost

Typical in Chicago

$108

per hour

On the low end
$57
On the high end
$190

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Chicago. Not a quote.

What moves the price

  1. Project complexity
  2. Custom millwork
  3. Material grade
  4. On-site vs shop work
  5. Finish quality

Ways to pay less

  1. Have plans ready
  2. Buy materials yourself
  3. Combine small jobs
  4. Ask for a day rate
  5. Reuse existing trim

Carpenter in similar cities

PlaceTypicalRange
Chicago, IL$108
$57 to $190
National typical$85
$45 to $150
Naperville, IL$105
$56 to $185
Aurora, IL$100
$53 to $176
Joliet, IL$98
$52 to $172
Anaheim, CA$104
$55 to $184
Concord, CA$113
$60 to $200

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Questions people ask

Carpenter in Chicago: what does it cost?

In Chicago, IL, Carpenter typically costs about $108 per hour, with most prices between $57 and $190.

Why is Chicago higher than the national price?

This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Carpenter earn in Chicago, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Chicago about 26% above the national figure.

Is this a quote?

No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.