In Illinois, most summer camp projects cost between $200 and $1,500 per week, with a typical price near $600. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical summer camp cost
$200 – $1,500
per week · typical $600
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Summer camp cost breakdown
- Day camp (community)$150 – $400typical $250
- Specialty day camp (sports/arts)$300 – $800typical $500
- Overnight camp$500 – $1,500typical $1,000
At a glance
- Typical range$200 – $1,500
- Unitper week
- Cities covered50
What Summer Camps costs
Summer camp costs vary widely by type and location. Day camps typically run $200–$800 per week, while overnight camps can be $500–$1,500 per week. Prices include supervision, activities, and often meals for overnight camps.
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 summer camp cost per week?
Day camps average $200–$500, overnight camps $500–$1,500. Specialty camps with equipment or travel cost more. Many camps offer discounts for multiple weeks.
What affects camp pricing?
Type (day vs overnight), location, amenities, staff-to-camper ratio, and specialty activities. Overnight camps include housing and meals.
How can I save on camp fees?
Book early for discounts, ask about sibling discounts, choose community programs, and look for financial aid or scholarships. Also, consider half-day options.