How much does a cutting make in Illinois?
$48,990a year
Median yearly pay for cuttings in Illinois. That is $23.55 an hour or $4,083 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.55
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 8,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,960Median: $48,990Highest 10%: $73,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,960 | $17.77 | |
| 25th | $41,670 | $20.03 | |
| Median | $48,990 | $23.55 | |
| 75th | $59,030 | $28.38 | |
| 90th | $73,270 | $35.23 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $52,630 |
| Chicago, IL | $50,770 |
| Davenport, IA | $49,430 |
| Champaign, IL | $47,560 |
| Rockford, IL | $47,030 |
| Kankakee, IL | $46,940 |
| Peoria, IL | $46,280 |
| Paducah, KY | $41,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cuttings.
| 5. Minnesota | $49,770 |
| 6. Wisconsin | $49,270 |
| 7. Alaska | $49,010 |
| 8. Illinois | $48,990 |
| 9. Nebraska | $48,690 |
| 10. Montana | $48,490 |
| 11. California | $48,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cutting make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $23.55 ($48,990 a year).
Do cuttings make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $48,990 against $46,330 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Illinois rank for cutting pay?
Illinois ranks 8 of 49 states.
Which city in Illinois pays cuttings the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $52,630 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.