In Illinois, most pet boarding projects cost between $25.00 and $100 per night, 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 pet boarding cost
$25.00 – $100
per night · typical $50.00
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Pet boarding cost breakdown
- Standard kennel$25.00 – $50.00typical $35.00
- Luxury suite$60.00 – $120typical $80.00
- In-home sitter$30.00 – $75.00typical $50.00
At a glance
- Typical range$25.00 – $100
- Unitper night
- Cities covered50
What Pet Boarding costs
Pet boarding runs $25–$100 per night, with $50–$75 typical for a standard kennel. Luxury suites, playtimes, and add-ons like webcams raise the price. Home-based boarding (like Rover) may be cheaper.
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
How much does pet boarding cost per night?
Most kennels charge $30–$60 per night, with $50 typical. Luxury options can exceed $100. Home-based sitters often charge $25–$50.
What affects boarding rates?
Facility type, location, pet size, and additional services like playtime or medication administration. Holiday surcharges are common.
How can I save on boarding?
Book early for discounts, ask about multiple-pet or long-term rates, and choose a home-based sitter. Avoid holiday weekends.