Handyman Cost Per Hour in Pennsylvania
$59 – $107We estimate a handyman in Pennsylvania bills about $59 to $107 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $23.70 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $23.84.
Pennsylvania has no licensure or certification requirement for most construction contractors, but contractors doing residential work must register as a Home Improvement Contractor with the state Attorney General's office.
Metro areas
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $24.14 | $60 | $109 |
What common jobs cost in Pennsylvania
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Appliance Repair | $90 | $460 |
| Drywall Repair | $70 | $490 |
| Mold Removal | $460 | $3,800 |
| Garage Door Repair | $80 | $620 |
Neighboring states
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $24.11 | $60 | $108 |
| Maryland | $24.76 | $62 | $111 |
| New Jersey | $26.35 | $66 | $119 |
| New York | $27.79 | $69 | $125 |
| Ohio | $25.68 | $64 | $116 |
| West Virginia | $18.70 | $47 | $84 |
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.