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How much does a dog walker cost in Elmwood Park, IL?

$17.22/hour

As of December 2024, the average starting cost of a dog walker in Elmwood Park, IL is $17.22 per hour. The weekly rate for a dog walker in Elmwood Park, IL is $689 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,239 for 130 hours of work.

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Data is based on rates in caregiver and provider profiles on Care.com. Last updated in December 2024.

Here's a comparison of dog walker costs in Elmwood Park, IL to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a dog walker in Elmwood Park, IL is approximately 7% higher than Illinois average starting rate of $16.13 per hour and 10% higher than the national average of $15.60.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Elmwood Park, IL

$17.22/hr

$25.44/hr

Illinois

$16.13/hr

$24.47/hr

United States

$15.60/hr

$24.13/hr

$17.22

$25.44

Elmwood Park, IL

$16.13

$24.47

Illinois

$15.60

$24.13

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for dog walkers near Elmwood Park, IL

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable dog walker services. When evaluating dog walker pay rates in Elmwood Park, IL and its surrounding areas, it is essential to follow the minimum wage regulations and understand the proper way to pay legally. There are multiple benefits of paying legally that should be considered, such as tax deductions and fostering a professional employment relationship.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Hammond, IN

$11.17/hr

$22.00/hr

Elk Grove Village, IL

$12.00/hr

$24.75/hr

Western Springs, IL

$12.40/hr

$18.20/hr

Lisle, IL

$12.80/hr

$24.13/hr

La Grange, IL

$13.38/hr

$18.50/hr

These are the most expensive cities for dog walkers near Elmwood Park, IL

You may pay more per hour for a dog walker near Elmwood Park, IL and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for dog walker services, a more competitive job market, and specific details surrounding your care needs (i.e. tasks, timeframe, frequency). As a result, it's important to consider these local factors when comparing dog walker rates and hiring a dog walker near Elmwood Park, IL.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Prospect Heights, IL

$21.60/hr

$33.00/hr

Highland Park, IL

$21.33/hr

$31.67/hr

Vernon Hills, IL

$19.88/hr

$24.38/hr

Palatine, IL

$19.47/hr

$32.73/hr

Algonquin, IL

$19.00/hr

$31.50/hr

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