How much does a drywall & paint cost in Illinois?
Hang, tape, finish and paint a room from bare studs. Using Illinois material pricing, a typical DIY drywall & paint runs about $723 in materials — 6% above the national average. These are estimates only, built from our live calculator's default project size — plug in your exact dimensions for a precise shopping list.
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Illinois cost breakdown
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois (DIY materials) | $615 | $723 | $976 |
| National average | $580 | $682 | $921 |
Illinois material prices run about 6% above the national average based on our regional pricing index. Based on a common-size drywall & paint — enter your own dimensions in the calculator for an exact number.
DIY materials estimate: $723. Hiring a contractor in Illinois (materials + labor at ~$66/hr) estimates to $1,877–$2,517, roughly 19 labor hours. Estimated DIY savings: $1,410 (66%).
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Frequently asked questions
Materials alone typically run $615–$976 in Illinois for a common-size project, based on current regional material pricing. This is an estimate, not a quote — use our free calculator for numbers matched to your exact dimensions.
DIY materials run about $723 versus an estimated contractor range of $1,877–$2,517 (materials plus labor at the regional rate of $66/hr). That's a potential estimated savings of $1,410 (66%) by doing it yourself.
Permit thresholds vary by project type and city. Check our Illinois permit lookup and build guide for the state-level rules before you start.
See our drywall & paint materials and cut list page for the canonical parts list, then run the calculator with your dimensions for an exact quantity and cost breakdown.