How much does an electric motor make in Illinois?
$79,320a year
Median yearly pay for electric motors in Illinois. That is $38.13 an hour or $6,610 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.13
- Vs. national median
- +41%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,790Median: $79,320Highest 10%: $115,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,790 | $23.94 | |
| 25th | $61,750 | $29.69 | |
| Median | $79,320 | $38.13 | |
| 75th | $115,300 | $55.41 | |
| 90th | $115,300 | $55.41 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $114,700 |
| St. Louis, MO | $50,550 |
| Davenport, IA | $46,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for electric motors.
| 1. Illinois | $79,320 |
| 2. Wisconsin | $75,550 |
| 3. New York | $66,710 |
| 4. California | $66,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electric motor make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $38.13 ($79,320 a year).
Do electric motors make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $79,320 against $56,210 nationally, 41% more.
Where does Illinois rank for electric motor pay?
Illinois ranks 1 of 43 states.
Which city in Illinois pays electric motors the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $114,700 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.