How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make in Illinois?
$54,930a year
Median yearly pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters in Illinois. That is $26.41 an hour or $4,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.41
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 1,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,990Median: $54,930Highest 10%: $62,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,990 | $17.30 | |
| 25th | $44,550 | $21.42 | |
| Median | $54,930 | $26.41 | |
| 75th | $57,330 | $27.56 | |
| 90th | $62,830 | $30.21 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Peoria, IL | $57,330 |
| St. Louis, MO | $50,080 |
| Chicago, IL | $49,980 |
| Rockford, IL | $47,690 |
| Davenport, IA | $42,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters.
| 7. Nevada | $58,240 |
| 8. Pennsylvania | $57,020 |
| 9. Arizona | $55,840 |
| 10. Illinois | $54,930 |
| 11. Maryland | $54,860 |
| 12. North Carolina | $53,840 |
| 13. West Virginia | $53,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $26.41 ($54,930 a year).
Do lathe and turning machine tool setters make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $54,930 against $50,620 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Illinois rank for lathe and turning machine tool setter pay?
Illinois ranks 10 of 36 states.
Which city in Illinois pays lathe and turning machine tool setters the most?
Peoria, IL, with a median of $57,330 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.