How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in Illinois?
$49,570a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in Illinois. That is $23.83 an hour or $4,131 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.83
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,020Median: $49,570Highest 10%: $83,870
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,020 | $18.28 | |
| 25th | $48,200 | $23.17 | |
| Median | $49,570 | $23.83 | |
| 75th | $77,900 | $37.45 | |
| 90th | $83,870 | $40.32 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Davenport, IA | $83,870 |
| Chicago, IL | $49,570 |
| St. Louis, MO | $48,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| 12. Minnesota | $51,990 |
| 13. Virginia | $51,690 |
| 14. Maryland | $50,280 |
| 15. Illinois | $49,570 |
| 16. Oregon | $49,510 |
| 17. Missouri | $48,920 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $47,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $23.83 ($49,570 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $49,570 against $45,950 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Illinois rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
Illinois ranks 15 of 38 states.
Which city in Illinois pays metal worker and plastic workers the most?
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL, with a median of $83,870 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.