Electrical Work Cost in Chicago, IL

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Electrical Work in Chicago, IL costs a median of $3,000, with the middle 50% of projects between $1,500 and $6,000. Based on 10,224 permits filed between January 2006 and March 2026 with City of Chicago Department of Buildings. Last updated May 16, 2026.

Sourced from 10,224 building permits on file with the City of Chicago. Source: Chicago Building Permits.

Types of Electrical Work Work in Chicago

TypeTypical costRangeProjects
EV Charger$3,602
$100 - $25,000
223
Generator$5,000
$1 - $25,000
82
Panel Upgrade$3,900
$1 - $25,000
1,755
Rewire$3,700
$1 - $20,000
69

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Typical cost
$3,000

Half of all projects cost less. Half cost more.

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$6,000
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