How much does a drywall and ceiling tile installer make in Illinois?
$63,180a year
Median yearly pay for drywall and ceiling tile installers in Illinois. That is $30.38 an hour or $5,265 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.38
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,870Median: $63,180Highest 10%: $110,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,870 | $20.13 | |
| 25th | $51,540 | $24.78 | |
| Median | $63,180 | $30.38 | |
| 75th | $102,500 | $49.27 | |
| 90th | $110,600 | $53.18 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $69,120 |
| St. Louis, MO | $60,250 |
| Davenport, IA | $57,350 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for drywall and ceiling tile installers.
| 5. Washington | $73,130 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $69,500 |
| 7. California | $65,880 |
| 8. Illinois | $63,180 |
| 9. Missouri | $62,580 |
| 10. New Hampshire | $61,960 |
| 11. Colorado | $61,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a drywall and ceiling tile installer make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $30.38 ($63,180 a year).
Do drywall and ceiling tile installers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $63,180 against $58,930 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Illinois rank for drywall and ceiling tile installer pay?
Illinois ranks 8 of 49 states.
Which city in Illinois pays drywall and ceiling tile installers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $69,120 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.