Gutter Replacement Cost in Illinois
$860 – $3,500We estimate gutter replacement in Illinois at $860 to $3,500 for aluminum gutters and downspouts on a typical home. The national estimate is $700 to $2,950. Illinois roofer pay is 41% above the national median, ranking 1 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $300 | $1,500 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 6 | 12 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $94 | $169 |
| Estimated total | $860 | $3,500 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Illinois median wage from BLS (2025, $37.45 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 | 7 – 10 | 7 to 10 hours for professional installation. | Bob Vila |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Old House | $600 | $5,800 | 2,000 square foot home, 200 linear feet, all materials. Page dated October 2026. |
| Bob Vila | $622 | $1,677 | Installed, citing HomeAdvisor. Page dated June 2023. |
Cities in Illinois
| Metro area | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $39.47 | $890 | $3,650 |
Who can legally do this in Illinois
Roofing contractors are licensed by IDFPR. A limited license covers residential properties. If a contractor subcontracts the work, the subcontractor must also be a licensed roofer, and the license number must appear on contracts and bids.
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Compared with neighboring states
| State | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | $27.88 | $720 | $3,000 |
| Iowa | $23.39 | $650 | $2,750 |
| Kentucky | $22.57 | $640 | $2,700 |
| Missouri | $23.35 | $650 | $2,750 |
| Wisconsin | $28.54 | $730 | $3,050 |
Other roofer jobs in Illinois
Gutter Replacement 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.