How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make in Chicago?
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area. That is $29.45 an hour or $5,104 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.45
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 196
- Jobs in the area
- 4,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,210 | $18.85 | |
| 25th | $46,940 | $22.57 | |
| Median | $61,250 | $29.45 | |
| 75th | $79,390 | $38.17 | |
| 90th | $89,060 | $42.82 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders.
| Peoria, IL | $62,500 |
| St. Louis, MO | $53,500 |
| Paducah, KY | $44,220 |
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Salaries for every job in Chicago, ILFrequently asked questions
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make an hour in Chicago?
The median hourly pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area is $29.45 ($61,250 a year).
Do chemical equipment operator and tenders make more in Chicago than the national average?
Yes: $61,250 against $58,040 nationally, 6% more.
How does Chicago compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $61,940, so Chicago pays 1% less.
Where does Chicago rank for chemical equipment operator and tender pay?
42 of 196 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make starting out in Chicago?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $89,060 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.