What is the going rate of pay per hour for a handyman?

The hourly rate for a handyman can range from $10 to more than $40, depending on the job, the skill of the worker and the area of service. Maintenance and repair workers reported average annual wages of approximately $35,000 in 2012, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

A self-employed handyman may have some flexibility in pricing, depending on a customer's needs. Some charge strictly by the hour, and others take a piecework approach, charging a flat rate per project. In many cases handymen work without contractors' licenses, and they may be legally limited in daily or per-project earnings. Emergency or evening work may be charged at a higher rate.