Illinois cost guide
Landscape Lighting cost in Illinois
Quick answer
Landscape Lighting in Illinois costs an estimated $82 - $305 per fixture installed. That is 2% above the national average, because landscaping workers in Illinois earn $21.54 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per fixture installed)
- $82 - $305
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +2%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #17 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in Illinois: $820 - $3,070 (10 fixtures at per fixture installed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects landscape lighting prices in Illinois
- Number and type of fixtures (path, up-lights, wall wash).
- Fixture material: brass and copper cost more than aluminum.
- Transformer size, timers and smart controls.
- Wire runs under hardscape or long distances from the outlet.
- Local labor costs: Illinois landscaping wages are 2% above the national average, and labor is about 40% of this job's price.
How Illinois compares
| State | Estimate (per fixture installed) |
|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $82 - $310 |
| Maine | $82 - $310 |
| Hawaii | $82 - $305 |
| Illinois | $82 - $305 |
| North Dakota | $81 - $305 |
| Nevada | $81 - $305 |
| Maryland | $81 - $305 |
| United States | $80 - $300 |
Landscape Lighting companies in Illinois
Other landscaping costs in Illinois
- Lawn Mowing$46 - $75
- Lawn Fertilization$67 - $105
- Yard Cleanup$130 - $420
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$42 - $79
- Gardener$37 - $68
- Tree Removal$420 - $1,250
- Sod Installation$1.03 - $2.05
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $26
- Sprinkler System Installation$620 - $2,050
- Landscape Design$735 - $3,150
- Landscaping Installation$3,100 - $16,500
- Paver Patio$10 - $17
- Retaining Wall$36 - $67
- French Drain$10 - $36
- Xeriscaping$5.13 - $21
- Snow Removal$31 - $73
- Commercial Lawn Care$835 - $1,650
Landscape Lighting cost in Illinois: common questions
How much does landscape lighting cost in Illinois?
About $82 - $305 per fixture installed. The US range is $80 - $300 (HomeGuide).
Is landscape lighting more expensive in Illinois than average?
Illinois ranks #17 of 51 for landscaping wages, so landscape lighting runs 2% above the national average.
What affects landscape lighting prices in Illinois?
Number and type of fixtures (path, up-lights, wall wash). Fixture material: brass and copper cost more than aluminum. Transformer size, timers and smart controls. Wire runs under hardscape or long distances from the outlet.
How do I find landscape lighting companies in Illinois?
Local Landscaping lists 21 businesses offering this service in Illinois, including in Peoria, Springfield, Palatine, Waukegan and 8 more. Ask each for fixture brand and material, transformer size and the warranty on fixtures and labor.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2023) adjusted for Illinois by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.