How much does an insulation worker make in Illinois?
$100,400a year
Median yearly pay for insulation workers in Illinois. That is $48.27 an hour or $8,367 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.27
- Vs. national median
- +72%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,350Median: $100,400Highest 10%: $115,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,350 | $27.57 | |
| 25th | $62,360 | $29.98 | |
| Median | $100,400 | $48.27 | |
| 75th | $115,300 | $55.42 | |
| 90th | $115,300 | $55.43 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $103,700 |
| St. Louis, MO | $79,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for insulation workers.
| 3. Nevada | $114,100 |
| 4. New Jersey | $107,600 |
| 5. Minnesota | $105,700 |
| 6. Illinois | $100,400 |
| 7. Washington | $92,120 |
| 8. Hawaii | $87,570 |
| 9. Wisconsin | $85,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an insulation worker make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $48.27 ($100,400 a year).
Do insulation workers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $100,400 against $58,340 nationally, 72% more.
Where does Illinois rank for insulation worker pay?
Illinois ranks 6 of 44 states.
Which city in Illinois pays insulation workers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $103,700 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.