July 2026 edition
The Illinois contractor market report
15,797 active licensed contractors across 5 trades, counted directly from the IDFPR + Chicago Department of Buildings, led by general contractors at 6,715. Last data refresh: 2026-07-07.
Licenses by trade
| Trade | Active licenses | Map |
|---|---|---|
| General Contractors | 6,715 | → |
| Roofing Contractors | 4,509 | → |
| Electricians | 2,601 | → |
| Plumbers | 993 | → |
| Masons | 979 | → |
Where the contractors are
| City | Active licenses |
|---|---|
| Chicago | 4,388 |
| Des Plaines | 196 |
| Schaumburg | 170 |
| Skokie | 170 |
| Elgin | 162 |
| Arlington Heights | 154 |
| Park Ridge | 151 |
| Elk Grove Village | 147 |
| Glenview | 145 |
| Northbrook | 142 |
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Get the Illinois contractor list →Common questions about the Illinois contractor market
How many licensed contractors are in Illinois?
15,797 active licensed contractors are registered in Illinois across 5 trades, counted directly from the IDFPR + Chicago Department of Buildings as of 2026-07-07.
Which trade has the most licensed contractors in Illinois?
General Contractors lead Illinois with 6,715 active licenses, the largest of the 5 trades covered here.
Which Illinois cities have the most licensed contractors?
Chicago, Des Plaines, Schaumburg lead Illinois by licensed-contractor count. ContractorRoster covers every city and ZIP in the state, not just the major metros.
How current is this Illinois market data?
The Illinois numbers were last refreshed 2026-07-07, sourced direct from the IDFPR + Chicago Department of Buildings. Expired and lapsed licenses are filtered out, so every count reflects active licenses only.