How Much Does Eye Exam Cost in Illinois?

Illinois pricing is near the national average. Updated for 2024-2025.

Low End
$53
Average
$158
High End
$315
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Eye Exam Pricing in Illinois

In Illinois, the average cost for eye exam is $158 exam, which is 5% higher than the national average of $150. Most Illinois residents pay between $53 and $315.

Illinois has costs that track closely with the national average, though prices can still vary between urban and rural areas within the state.

Eye exam costs cover comprehensive vision and eye health evaluation.

Illinois vs National Average

Illinois Average
$158
National Average
$150
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What Affects Eye Exam Cost in Illinois?

Provider

Optometrist: $75-$200; ophthalmologist: $150-$300

Contact fitting

Adds $50-$100

Testing

Retinal photos add $25-$50

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Bright Smile Eye Care

โญ PREMIUM
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.7(130 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ Serving all of IL๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2016
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: Aโšก Usually responds in 4 hours

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Bright Smile Eye Care

โœ… VERIFIED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.3(97 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ Serving all of IL๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 1997
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 3 hours

Metro Health Associates

โœ… VERIFIED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.2(107 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ Serving all of IL๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2004
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 3 hours

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๐Ÿ’ก Tips to Save on Eye Exam in Illinois

  • 1.Use vision insurance
  • 2.Walmart/Costco offer $75-$100 exams
  • 3.Skip optional retinal imaging
  • 4.Combine with glasses purchase
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๐Ÿ“ˆ Eye Exam in Illinois Cost Trends (2020โ€“2024)

Prices have increased +17.9% over the last 5 years

$134
2020
$140
2021
$149
2022
$153
2023
$158
2024
YearNational AvgYoY Change
2020$134โ€”
2021$140+4.5%
2022$149+6.4%
2023$153+2.7%
2024$158+3.3%

Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Did You Pay?

Real costs reported by homeowners for Eye Exam in Illinois

$158
Avg Reported
$111
Lowest Reported
$229
Highest Reported

Recent Reports

$126
Dallas, TX ยท Jan 2024
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$193
Chicago, IL ยท Feb 2024
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$144
Phoenix, AZ ยท Mar 2024
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$153
Denver, CO ยท Apr 2024
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$146
Atlanta, GA ยท May 2024
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Seattle, WA ยท Jun 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cost without insurance?

$75-$200 at optometrist; $150-$300 at ophthalmologist.

How often?

Every 1-2 years for adults.

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