How much does a farmworker and laborer make in Champaign?
$48,390a year
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers in the Champaign-Urbana, IL metro area. That is $23.26 an hour or $4,033 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.26
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among cities
- 1 of 240
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $48,390Highest 10%: $55,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $35,360 | $17.00 | |
| Median | $48,390 | $23.26 | |
| 75th | $49,100 | $23.61 | |
| 90th | $55,010 | $26.45 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers.
| Davenport, IA | $42,630 |
| Springfield, IL | $41,600 |
| St. Louis, MO | $38,900 |
| Peoria, IL | $38,070 |
| Chicago, IL | $36,890 |
Related jobs in Champaign
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Agricultural Equipment Operator | $47,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker and laborer make an hour in Champaign?
The median hourly pay in the Champaign-Urbana, IL metro area is $23.26 ($48,390 a year).
Do farmworker and laborers make more in Champaign than the national average?
Yes: $48,390 against $35,660 nationally, 36% more.
How does Champaign compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $41,050, so Champaign pays 18% more.
Where does Champaign rank for farmworker and laborer pay?
1 of 240 metro areas with data.
How much does a farmworker and laborer make starting out in Champaign?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,200 or less a year; the top 10% make $55,010 or more.
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.