How much does an environmental science and protection technician make in Illinois?
$59,930a year
Median yearly pay for environmental science and protection technicians in Illinois. That is $28.81 an hour or $4,994 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.81
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 980
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,970Median: $59,930Highest 10%: $99,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,970 | $19.70 | |
| 25th | $49,200 | $23.65 | |
| Median | $59,930 | $28.81 | |
| 75th | $78,520 | $37.75 | |
| 90th | $99,680 | $47.92 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $60,380 |
| Peoria, IL | $53,590 |
| Davenport, IA | $53,290 |
| Champaign, IL | $51,570 |
| St. Louis, MO | $50,080 |
| Paducah, KY | $41,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for environmental science and protection technicians.
| 11. Pennsylvania | $60,650 |
| 12. Montana | $60,550 |
| 13. Nevada | $60,370 |
| 14. Illinois | $59,930 |
| 15. Massachusetts | $59,330 |
| 16. Oregon | $58,950 |
| 17. Utah | $58,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an environmental science and protection technician make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $28.81 ($59,930 a year).
Do environmental science and protection technicians make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $59,930 against $55,090 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Illinois rank for environmental science and protection technician pay?
Illinois ranks 14 of 49 states.
Which city in Illinois pays environmental science and protection technicians the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $60,380 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.