How much does a crematory operator make in Illinois?
$41,740a year
Median yearly pay for crematory operators in Illinois. That is $20.07 an hour or $3,478 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.07
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,520Median: $41,740Highest 10%: $47,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,520 | $17.56 | |
| 25th | $37,450 | $18.00 | |
| Median | $41,740 | $20.07 | |
| 75th | $42,980 | $20.66 | |
| 90th | $47,120 | $22.65 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crematory operators.
| 11. Nevada | $46,190 |
| 12. West Virginia | $43,840 |
| 13. Ohio | $43,530 |
| 14. Illinois | $41,740 |
| 15. North Carolina | $41,350 |
| 16. Michigan | $40,970 |
| 17. Indiana | $40,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crematory operator make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $20.07 ($41,740 a year).
Do crematory operators make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $41,740 against $43,650 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Illinois rank for crematory operator pay?
Illinois ranks 14 of 24 states.
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.