How much does a chemical technician make in Illinois?
$61,890a year
Median yearly pay for chemical technicians in Illinois. That is $29.75 an hour or $5,158 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.75
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,490Median: $61,890Highest 10%: $95,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,490 | $19.47 | |
| 25th | $48,650 | $23.39 | |
| Median | $61,890 | $29.75 | |
| 75th | $80,990 | $38.94 | |
| 90th | $95,520 | $45.92 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $73,290 |
| Davenport, IA | $64,410 |
| Peoria, IL | $62,830 |
| Chicago, IL | $62,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical technicians.
| 12. Texas | $62,580 |
| 13. Minnesota | $62,400 |
| 14. Washington | $62,100 |
| 15. Illinois | $61,890 |
| 16. Rhode Island | $61,680 |
| 17. Kansas | $61,560 |
| 18. Nevada | $61,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical technician make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $29.75 ($61,890 a year).
Do chemical technicians make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $61,890 against $60,390 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Illinois rank for chemical technician pay?
Illinois ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Illinois pays chemical technicians the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $73,290 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.