In Illinois, most eyelid surgery projects cost between $2,000 and $7,000 per job, with a typical price near $4,000. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical eyelid surgery cost
$2,000 – $7,000
per job · typical $4,000
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Eyelid surgery cost breakdown
- Upper lids$2,500 – $6,000typical $4,000
- Lower lids$3,000 – $7,000typical $4,500
- Both upper and lower$5,000 – $10,000typical $7,000
At a glance
- Typical range$2,000 – $7,000
- Unitper job
- Cities covered50
What Eyelid Surgery costs
Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) removes excess skin and fat. Costs vary by surgeon, region, and whether upper, lower, or both lids are treated. Typically not covered by insurance if cosmetic, but can be if vision is obstructed.
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
Why do eyelid surgery prices vary so much?
Surgeon experience, geographic location, and whether it's upper/lower/both lids. Hospital or surgical facility fees and anesthesia also add up.
What's the typical cost for upper and lower together?
Usually $5,000 to $10,000 total, with $7,000 as a common mid-range. This includes surgeon fee, facility, and anesthesia.
How can I save on eyelid surgery?
Choose a surgeon experienced in eyelid surgery, consider traveling to a lower-cost area, or ask about financing. Insurance may cover if it's medically necessary.