In Illinois, most tutoring session projects cost between $25.00 and $150 per hour, with a typical price near $50.00. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical tutoring session cost
$25.00 – $150
per hour · typical $50.00
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Tutoring session cost breakdown
- High school subject$25.00 – $60.00typical $40.00
- College/grad level$40.00 – $100typical $60.00
- Specialized (music, advanced)$60.00 – $150typical $80.00
At a glance
- Typical range$25.00 – $150
- Unitper hour
- Cities covered50
What Tutoring costs
Private tutoring costs typically range from $25–$150 per hour, with $40–$80 common for most subjects. Rates depend on tutor qualifications, subject difficulty, and location. Group tutoring is cheaper per student, while specialized test prep costs more.
By city in Illinois
- Addison
- Alton
- Arlington Heights
- Belleville
- Berwyn
- Bolingbrook
- Buffalo Grove
- Calumet City
- Carbondale
- Carol Stream
- Carpentersville
- Champaign
- Chicago
- Cicero
- Crystal Lake
- DeKalb
- Decatur
- Des Plaines
- Downers Grove
- Elgin
- Elmhurst
- Evanston
- Glenview
- Hanover Park
- Hoffman Estates
- Joliet
- Kankakee
- Lombard
- Moline
- Mount Prospect
- Naperville
- Normal
- Oak Lawn
- Oak Park
- Orland Park
- Palatine
- Park Ridge
- Peoria
- Rock Island
- Rockford
- Romeoville
- Round Lake Beach
- Schaumburg
- Skokie
- Springfield
- Streamwood
- Tinley Park
- Urbana
- Waukegan
- Wheaton
Frequently asked questions
What is the going rate for a tutor?
Most tutors charge $30–$80 per hour, with $50 typical. Professional educators or specialized subjects can reach $100–$150. Online tutoring may be cheaper.
Why do tutoring rates vary?
Experience, credentials, subject complexity, and location matter. Test prep or college-level courses cost more. Group sessions reduce per-student cost.
How can I reduce tutoring expenses?
Use group tutoring, bundle sessions, or choose a student teacher. Also, consider online platforms which often have lower rates than in-person.