HVAC Replacement Cost in Chicago, IL
HVAC Replacement in Chicago, IL costs a median of $10,000, with the middle 50% of projects between $5,000 and $20,000. Based on 713 permits filed between February 2018 and October 2026 with City of Chicago Department of Buildings. Last recalculated October 11, 2026.
Sourced from 713 building permits on file with the City of Chicago. Source: Chicago Building Permits.
Types of HVAC Replacement Work in Chicago
| Type | Typical cost | Range | Projects |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC System | $14,000 | $500 - $30,000 | 19 |
| Boiler | $14,000 | $100 - $30,000 | 17 |
| Ductwork | $14,673 | $100 - $30,000 | 36 |
| Furnace | $9,000 | $100 - $30,000 | 144 |
| Heat Pump | $12,000 | $1,000 - $30,000 | 37 |
What Most Homeowners Paid
Each bar counts the projects filed in that price range.
| Price range | Projects |
|---|---|
| $225 to $3,203 | 86 |
| $3,203 to $6,180 | 99 |
| $6,180 to $9,158 | 54 |
| $9,158 to $12,135 | 112 |
| $12,135 to $15,113 | 64 |
| $15,113 to $18,090 | 32 |
| $18,090 to $21,068 | 100 |
| $21,068 to $24,045 | 11 |
| $24,045 to $27,023 | 59 |
| $27,023 to $30,000 | 61 |
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Common Questions About HVAC Replacement Costs in Chicago
The median hvac replacement project in Chicago, IL costs $10,000, based on 713 building permits. Most projects fall between $5,000 and $20,000.
The middle 50% of hvac replacement projects in Chicago fall between $5,000 and $20,000. Costs vary with project scope, materials, property size, and local labor rates.
This estimate is based on 713 building permits filed between February 2018 and October 2026 with Chicago Building Permits.
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