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All Trades at a Glance — Midwest
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How to Use This Guide
These are billing rates, not wages. This is what you charge the customer — covering labor, overhead, insurance, vehicle, tools, and profit.
New to the trade? Start at the average, not the low end. Undercharging to "win" jobs is a trap. Price for the business you want to run.
Rates vary by job type. Emergency and after-hours work commands 1.5x-2x your standard rate.
Your rate should go up every year. If your rate hasn't changed in 2+ years, you've given yourself a pay cut.
Don't compete on price — compete on reliability. The contractors making the most money show up on time, communicate clearly, and do clean work.
About This Data
Rates represent typical billing rates charged to residential customers by independent contractors and small shops (1-5 employees) in 2025-2026. Data compiled from industry salary surveys (Payscale, BLS), trade association reports, and contractor forum analysis. Actual rates vary by market, licensing, and complexity.