How much does a broadcast technician make in Chicago?
$96,060a year
Median yearly pay for broadcast technicians in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area. That is $46.18 an hour or $8,005 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.18
- Vs. national median
- +61%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 96
- Jobs in the area
- 520
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,140Median: $96,060Highest 10%: $129,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,140 | $17.86 | |
| 25th | $47,540 | $22.86 | |
| Median | $96,060 | $46.18 | |
| 75th | $103,800 | $49.91 | |
| 90th | $129,200 | $62.11 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for broadcast technicians.
| St. Louis, MO | $48,650 |
| Peoria, IL | $40,290 |
Related jobs in Chicago
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $113,000 |
| Musician and Singer | $110,600 |
| Art Director | $104,600 |
| Camera Operator | $102,400 |
| Technical Writer | $89,960 |
| Media and Communication Worker | $89,620 |
| Media and Communication Equipment Worker | $85,400 |
| Producer and Director | $85,040 |
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $83,200 |
| Editor | $80,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a broadcast technician make an hour in Chicago?
The median hourly pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area is $46.18 ($96,060 a year).
Do broadcast technicians make more in Chicago than the national average?
Yes: $96,060 against $59,570 nationally, 61% more.
How does Chicago compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $74,210, so Chicago pays 29% more.
Where does Chicago rank for broadcast technician pay?
3 of 96 metro areas with data.
How much does a broadcast technician make starting out in Chicago?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,140 or less a year; the top 10% make $129,200 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.