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How much does light fixture replacement cost in Illinois?
Updated September 2026 · Illinois price index 1.32 for electrical work (national = 1.00)
In Illinois, a licensed electrician typically charges $120 to $1,400 to replace a light fixture on an existing box, with most jobs landing near $530. That is about 32% above the national average of $90–$1,050, based on what electricians earn in Illinois.
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What a Illinois quote means
| Quote for this job | What it means |
|---|---|
| Under $72 | Suspiciously low — ask what is excluded, and check licensing and insurance |
| $72 – $1,540 | Fair price — inside the typical range (up to 10% over the top is still normal) |
| $1,540 – $2,450 | Running high — get the quote itemized, and get a second one |
| Over $2,450 | Ripoff territory — more than 1.75× the high end of the typical range |
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What you're paying for
What is usually included: Removing the old fixture and mounting and wiring the new one on an existing box. The fixture itself is usually supplied by the homeowner.
What moves the price:
- Heavy chandeliers and high ceilings that require a brace box, two workers or a lift
- Whether the fixture is supplied by the homeowner or marked up by the contractor
- Discovering a damaged box or unsafe wiring during removal
- Minimum service fees that make single-fixture swaps expensive relative to the work
Fixture type and weight (chandeliers), ceiling height, condition of the existing box, and whether the homeowner supplies the fixture.
Light fixture replacement cost across Illinois
Typical range by metro and rural area, from BLS wage data for electricians in each area.
| Area | Typical range | Most jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, IL | $105 – $1,200 | $460 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $120 – $1,400 | $530 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $120 – $1,450 | $540 |
| Decatur, IL | $105 – $1,200 | $460 |
| Kankakee, IL | $120 – $1,400 | $540 |
| Peoria, IL | $105 – $1,200 | $460 |
| Rockford, IL | $110 – $1,300 | $500 |
| Springfield, IL | $110 – $1,250 | $480 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $100 – $1,150 | $450 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $100 – $1,200 | $450 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $105 – $1,200 | $460 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $100 – $1,150 | $440 |
Frequently asked
Is $530 a fair price for light fixture replacement in Illinois?
Yes. $530 is right around what most homeowners in Illinois pay. Anything from $72 to $1,540 is inside the normal range for a licensed electrician; above $1,540 it is worth getting a second quote.
Why do quotes for the same job vary so much?
Heavy chandeliers and high ceilings that require a brace box, two workers or a lift. Whether the fixture is supplied by the homeowner or marked up by the contractor. Company overhead matters too: a large company with trucks, dispatchers and a warranty department charges more than a one-person shop, and both can be honest prices.
When should I get a second quote?
Any time a quote lands above $1,540, or when the contractor cannot break it into parts, labor and fees. Ask for the itemized version, ask what would change the price, and confirm licensing and insurance. You can also paste the quote into the free QuoteJury checker for an instant second opinion.
Other electrical jobs in Illinois
- 200-amp electrical panel upgrade
- Circuit breaker replacement
- Outlet installation or replacement
- GFCI outlet installation
- Light switch or dimmer installation
- Ceiling fan installation
- New 240-volt dedicated circuit
- Level 2 EV charger installation
- Manual generator transfer switch installation
- Whole-home standby generator installation
- Electrician service call and hourly rate
- Hardwired smoke detector replacement
- Recessed lighting installation
Light fixture replacement in other states
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Sources
- HomeGuide (2025): $100–$700 nationally
- HomeGuide (2025): $100–$650 nationally
- Angi (2026): $158–$1,021 nationally
- HomeAdvisor (2026): $158–$1,021 nationally
- Fixr (2025): $93–$173 nationally
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 — median hourly wages by state and metro area
About these numbers. Ranges are typical market rates for a licensed, insured contractor, blended from published U.S. cost guides and adjusted with U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data (OEWS, May 2025) for each state and metro area. They are estimates, not a bid, appraisal or inspection. Real prices move with parts, access, permits and code requirements. The quote checker is AI-powered and labeled as such.