How much does a derrick operator make in Illinois?
$45,900a year
Median yearly pay for derrick operators in Illinois. That is $22.07 an hour or $3,825 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.07
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 19
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,690Median: $45,900Highest 10%: $55,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,690 | $15.24 | |
| 25th | $37,900 | $18.22 | |
| Median | $45,900 | $22.07 | |
| 75th | $46,690 | $22.45 | |
| 90th | $55,180 | $26.53 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for derrick operators.
| 15. Arkansas | $50,070 |
| 16. Alabama | $49,350 |
| 17. Mississippi | $47,340 |
| 18. Illinois | $45,900 |
| 19. Michigan | $45,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a derrick operator make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $22.07 ($45,900 a year).
Do derrick operators make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $45,900 against $58,620 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Illinois rank for derrick operator pay?
Illinois ranks 18 of 19 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.