How much does a grounds maintenance worker make in Illinois?
$50,150a year
Median yearly pay for grounds maintenance workers in Illinois. That is $24.11 an hour or $4,179 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.11
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 39
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,110Median: $50,150Highest 10%: $80,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,110 | $22.65 | |
| 25th | $48,910 | $23.51 | |
| Median | $50,150 | $24.11 | |
| 75th | $71,050 | $34.16 | |
| 90th | $80,080 | $38.50 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $60,040 |
| Chicago, IL | $57,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for grounds maintenance workers.
| 14. Maryland | $52,280 |
| 15. Alabama | $51,620 |
| 16. Ohio | $50,600 |
| 17. Illinois | $50,150 |
| 18. Montana | $49,580 |
| 19. Florida | $49,000 |
| 20. Oregon | $48,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a grounds maintenance worker make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $24.11 ($50,150 a year).
Do grounds maintenance workers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $50,150 against $46,860 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Illinois rank for grounds maintenance worker pay?
Illinois ranks 17 of 39 states.
Which city in Illinois pays grounds maintenance workers the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $60,040 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.