BLS wage data says electricians in Illinois earn $33.76/hr. That's 6.9% above the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$33.76
Customer Rate
$86–$116/hr
Markup Factor
3.0x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Illinois
National Avg
| Service | Illinois Price Range |
|---|---|
| Outlet or switch installation | $107–$267 |
| GFCI outlet install | $139–$299 |
| Ceiling fan installation | $160–$374 |
| Recessed lighting (per light) | $160–$321 |
| Circuit breaker replacement | $160–$374 |
| Dedicated circuit (for appliance) | $214–$534 |
| Panel upgrade (200A) | $1603–$4274 |
| EV charger installation (Level 2) | $534–$1603 |
| Whole-house rewire | $8548–$21370 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Illinois BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Illinois (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Illinois (IL). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, electricians in Illinois typically charge between $86 and $116 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Electrical labor costs in Illinois are 6.9% above the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Illinois is $33.76, compared to $31.60 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($33.76/hr in Illinois), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $86–$116/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Illinois can vary 30–40%), job complexity, and recurring vs. one-time work. Recurring contracts cost less per visit because there's no re-quoting or onboarding.
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