How much does an agricultural equipment operator make in Peoria?
$45,610a year
Median yearly pay for agricultural equipment operators in the Peoria, IL metro area. That is $21.93 an hour or $3,801 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.93
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 77
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,080Median: $45,610Highest 10%: $63,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,080 | $17.83 | |
| 25th | $37,870 | $18.21 | |
| Median | $45,610 | $21.93 | |
| 75th | $53,120 | $25.54 | |
| 90th | $63,990 | $30.76 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for agricultural equipment operators.
| St. Louis, MO | $47,280 |
| Chicago, IL | $47,080 |
| Champaign, IL | $47,060 |
| Davenport, IA | $45,310 |
| Bloomington, IL | $45,280 |
Related jobs in Peoria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Farmworker and Laborer | $38,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an agricultural equipment operator make an hour in Peoria?
The median hourly pay in the Peoria, IL metro area is $21.93 ($45,610 a year).
Do agricultural equipment operators make more in Peoria than the national average?
Yes: $45,610 against $41,730 nationally, 9% more.
How does Peoria compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $46,050, so Peoria pays 1% less.
Where does Peoria rank for agricultural equipment operator pay?
33 of 77 metro areas with data.
How much does an agricultural equipment operator make starting out in Peoria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,080 or less a year; the top 10% make $63,990 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.