How much does a farmer make in Illinois?
$99,440a year
Median yearly pay for farmers in Illinois. That is $47.81 an hour or $8,287 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.81
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,810Median: $99,440Highest 10%: $147,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,810 | $31.16 | |
| 25th | $72,860 | $35.03 | |
| Median | $99,440 | $47.81 | |
| 75th | $144,900 | $69.67 | |
| 90th | $147,000 | $70.68 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmers.
| 3. California | $109,100 |
| 4. Washington | $103,200 |
| 5. Kansas | $102,500 |
| 6. Illinois | $99,440 |
| 7. Georgia | $95,900 |
| 8. Mississippi | $95,210 |
| 9. New York | $89,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmer make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $47.81 ($99,440 a year).
Do farmers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $99,440 against $89,900 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Illinois rank for farmer pay?
Illinois ranks 6 of 30 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.