Heavy Equipment Operator Salary in Illinois
Heavy Equipment Operator pay in Illinois, explained
Heavy equipment operators in Illinois earn a median of $97,740 per year ($46.99 per hour), which is 63% above the national median of $59,850. Entry-level workers earn around $49,770, while the most experienced heavy equipment operators reach about $123,330. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Illinois.
Is $97,740 good pay in Illinois?
Adjusted for Illinois's cost of living (which runs 100% of the U.S. average), that $97,740 is worth about $97,781 in national buying power — ranking Illinois #2 for real pay (vs #2 on the sticker number).
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Heavy Equipment Operator in Illinois: FAQ
How much do heavy equipment operators make in Illinois?
Heavy equipment operators in Illinois earn a median of $97,740 per year ($46.99 per hour), compared with $59,850 nationally.
Does Illinois pay heavy equipment operators well?
At $97,740, Illinois pays 63% above the national median for heavy equipment operators. An estimated 12,290 work in the state.