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
Fair price range: $57 to $190
- 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.
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How prices have moved
Up 3.1%past year
Up 23.9%over five years
What moves the price
- Project complexity
- Custom millwork
- Material grade
- On-site vs shop work
- Finish quality
Ways to pay less
- Have plans ready
- Buy materials yourself
- Combine small jobs
- Ask for a day rate
- Reuse existing trim
Carpenter in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| 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.