Electrical Work Cost in Chicago, IL
Electrical Work in Chicago, IL costs a median of $4,000, with the middle 50% of projects between $1,880 and $7,511. Based on 8,993 permits filed between January 2018 and September 2026 with City of Chicago Department of Buildings. Last recalculated September 6, 2026.
Sourced from 8,993 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 | 2,518 |
| $2,450 to $4,400 | 1,886 |
| $4,400 to $6,350 | 1,566 |
| $6,350 to $8,300 | 512 |
| $8,300 to $10,250 | 642 |
| $10,250 to $12,200 | 317 |
| $12,200 to $14,150 | 156 |
| $14,150 to $16,100 | 278 |
| $16,100 to $18,050 | 128 |
| $18,050 to $20,000 | 205 |
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