Home Repair Decoded

Handyman Cost Per Hour in Illinois

$68 – $123We estimate a handyman in Illinois bills about $68 to $123 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $27.27 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $23.84.

Metro areas

PlaceMedian wageBilled lowBilled high
Chicago$27.90$70$126

What common jobs cost in Illinois

JobLowHigh
Appliance Repair$100$500
Drywall Repair$80$550
Mold Removal$510$4,300
Garage Door Repair$90$670

Neighboring states

PlaceMedian wageBilled lowBilled high
Indiana$23.99$60$108
Iowa$25.08$63$113
Kentucky$22.50$56$101
Missouri$23.26$58$105
Wisconsin$26.83$67$121
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.