Drain Cleaning Cost in Illinois
$140 – $590We estimate drain cleaning in Illinois at $140 to $590 for one clogged sink, tub or shower drain cleared with a snake. The national estimate is $100 to $400. Illinois plumber pay is 57% above the national median, ranking 2 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $20 | $50 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 1 | 2.5 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $120 | $216 |
| Estimated total | $140 | $590 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Illinois median wage from BLS (2025, $48.05 an hour) times 2.5 to 4.5 to cover payroll costs, overhead, travel and profit. How we estimate
What our assumptions are based on
| Item | Sourced figure | Basis | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor hours | 1 – 4 | 1 to 4 hours for an average kitchen sink clog. | Fixr |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixr | $150 | $300 | Standard drain cleaning, excluding main sewer lines. Page dated October 2026. |
| Fixr | $250 | $400 | Professional kitchen sink unclogging. Page dated August 2025. |
| This Old House | $100 | $500 | Clearing clogs and drains. Page dated June 2026. |
Cities in Illinois
| Metro area | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $49.70 | $140 | $610 |
Who can legally do this in Illinois
Individuals who plan, inspect, install, alter, extend, repair or maintain plumbing systems in Illinois must be licensed through the Illinois Department of Public Health.
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Compared with neighboring states
| State | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | $36.69 | $110 | $460 |
| Iowa | $30.72 | $100 | $400 |
| Kentucky | $30.84 | $100 | $400 |
| Missouri | $32.11 | $100 | $410 |
| Wisconsin | $39.04 | $120 | $490 |
Other plumber jobs in Illinois
- Toilet Replacement
- Faucet Replacement
- Garbage Disposal Replacement
- Water Heater Replacement
- Tankless Water Heater Installation
- Pipe Repair
- Whole-House Repipe
- Sewer Line Repair
Drain Cleaning cost in every state · Illinois home repair guide
Sources
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.