How much does a nuclear power reactor operator make in Illinois?
$124,000a year
Median yearly pay for nuclear power reactor operators in Illinois. That is $59.61 an hour or $10,330 a month.
- Hourly
- $59.61
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 5
- Jobs in the state
- 410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $104,800Median: $124,000Highest 10%: $134,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $104,800 | $50.37 | |
| 25th | $119,100 | $57.26 | |
| Median | $124,000 | $59.61 | |
| 75th | $130,500 | $62.74 | |
| 90th | $134,000 | $64.40 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nuclear power reactor operators.
| 1. New York | $129,600 |
| 2. Illinois | $124,000 |
| 3. Alabama | $119,000 |
| 4. South Carolina | $118,600 |
| 5. Nebraska | $108,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nuclear power reactor operator make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $59.61 ($124,000 a year).
Do nuclear power reactor operators make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $124,000 against $122,900 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Illinois rank for nuclear power reactor operator pay?
Illinois ranks 2 of 5 states.
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.