How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make in Illinois?
$61,940a year
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders in Illinois. That is $29.78 an hour or $5,162 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.78
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 5,580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,210Median: $61,940Highest 10%: $91,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,210 | $18.85 | |
| 25th | $47,000 | $22.60 | |
| Median | $61,940 | $29.78 | |
| 75th | $80,550 | $38.73 | |
| 90th | $91,600 | $44.04 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Peoria, IL | $62,500 |
| Chicago, IL | $61,250 |
| St. Louis, MO | $53,500 |
| Paducah, KY | $44,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders.
| 9. Arkansas | $64,440 |
| 10. Mississippi | $64,360 |
| 11. Delaware | $63,200 |
| 12. Illinois | $61,940 |
| 13. Tennessee | $60,960 |
| 14. New Mexico | $60,910 |
| 15. Ohio | $60,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $29.78 ($61,940 a year).
Do chemical equipment operator and tenders make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $61,940 against $58,040 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Illinois rank for chemical equipment operator and tender pay?
Illinois ranks 12 of 47 states.
Which city in Illinois pays chemical equipment operator and tenders the most?
Peoria, IL, with a median of $62,500 a year.
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.