How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make in Illinois?
$77,020a year
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians in Illinois. That is $37.03 an hour or $6,418 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.03
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,360Median: $77,020Highest 10%: $121,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,360 | $24.69 | |
| 25th | $62,530 | $30.06 | |
| Median | $77,020 | $37.03 | |
| 75th | $86,660 | $41.66 | |
| 90th | $121,500 | $58.39 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Peoria, IL | $102,600 |
| St. Louis, MO | $84,020 |
| Davenport, IA | $82,220 |
| Rockford, IL | $66,910 |
| Bloomington, IL | $62,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians.
| 14. Delaware | $77,820 |
| 15. Indiana | $77,220 |
| 16. Colorado | $77,090 |
| 17. Illinois | $77,020 |
| 18. Maine | $76,790 |
| 19. Texas | $76,610 |
| 20. North Dakota | $76,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $37.03 ($77,020 a year).
Do mechanical engineering technologist and technicians make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $77,020 against $74,510 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Illinois rank for mechanical engineering technologist and technician pay?
Illinois ranks 17 of 44 states.
Which city in Illinois pays mechanical engineering technologist and technicians the most?
Peoria, IL, with a median of $102,600 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.