How much does an earth driller make in Illinois?
$79,080a year
Median yearly pay for earth drillers in Illinois. That is $38.02 an hour or $6,590 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.02
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,690Median: $79,080Highest 10%: $108,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,690 | $29.66 | |
| 25th | $67,820 | $32.61 | |
| Median | $79,080 | $38.02 | |
| 75th | $103,500 | $49.75 | |
| 90th | $108,000 | $51.91 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $81,960 |
| St. Louis, MO | $55,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for earth drillers.
| 1. Washington | $80,490 |
| 2. Alaska | $80,040 |
| 3. Illinois | $79,080 |
| 4. New Jersey | $77,950 |
| 5. Montana | $71,470 |
| 6. Wisconsin | $68,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an earth driller make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $38.02 ($79,080 a year).
Do earth drillers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $79,080 against $60,190 nationally, 31% more.
Where does Illinois rank for earth driller pay?
Illinois ranks 3 of 48 states.
Which city in Illinois pays earth drillers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $81,960 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.