How much does a fence erector make in Illinois?
$50,710a year
Median yearly pay for fence erectors in Illinois. That is $24.38 an hour or $4,226 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.38
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 690
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,250Median: $50,710Highest 10%: $81,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,250 | $18.39 | |
| 25th | $42,050 | $20.22 | |
| Median | $50,710 | $24.38 | |
| 75th | $61,450 | $29.54 | |
| 90th | $81,310 | $39.09 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Davenport, IA | $52,510 |
| St. Louis, MO | $44,080 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fence erectors.
| 10. Louisiana | $51,770 |
| 11. Wisconsin | $51,410 |
| 12. New Hampshire | $50,850 |
| 13. Illinois | $50,710 |
| 14. Delaware | $50,630 |
| 15. Nebraska | $50,120 |
| 16. North Dakota | $49,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fence erector make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $24.38 ($50,710 a year).
Do fence erectors make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $50,710 against $47,980 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Illinois rank for fence erector pay?
Illinois ranks 13 of 45 states.
Which city in Illinois pays fence erectors the most?
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL, with a median of $52,510 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.