Electrical Work Cost in Chicago, IL
Electrical Work in Chicago, IL costs a median of $4,000, with the middle 50% of projects between $1,900 and $8,000. Based on 9,646 permits filed between January 2018 and October 2026 with City of Chicago Department of Buildings. Last recalculated October 11, 2026.
Sourced from 9,646 building permits on file with the City of Chicago. Source: Chicago Building Permits.
Types of Electrical Work Work in Chicago
| Type | Typical cost | Range | Projects |
|---|---|---|---|
| EV Charger | $3,723 | $100 - $25,000 | 430 |
| Generator | $10,000 | $100 - $25,000 | 57 |
| Panel Upgrade | $4,000 | $100 - $25,000 | 2,999 |
| Rewire | $4,000 | $800 - $20,000 | 31 |
What Most Homeowners Paid
Each bar counts the projects filed in that price range.
| Price range | Projects |
|---|---|
| $500 to $2,450 | 2,671 |
| $2,450 to $4,400 | 2,009 |
| $4,400 to $6,350 | 1,674 |
| $6,350 to $8,300 | 550 |
| $8,300 to $10,250 | 692 |
| $10,250 to $12,200 | 337 |
| $12,200 to $14,150 | 170 |
| $14,150 to $16,100 | 298 |
| $16,100 to $18,050 | 141 |
| $18,050 to $20,000 | 223 |
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Common Questions About Electrical Work Costs in Chicago
The median electrical work project in Chicago, IL costs $4,000, based on 9,646 building permits. Most projects fall between $1,900 and $8,000.
The middle 50% of electrical work projects in Chicago fall between $1,900 and $8,000. Costs vary with project scope, materials, property size, and local labor rates.
This estimate is based on 9,646 building permits filed between January 2018 and October 2026 with Chicago Building Permits.
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