How much does a nuclear technician make in Illinois?
$110,400a year
Median yearly pay for nuclear technicians in Illinois. That is $53.07 an hour or $9,199 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.07
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 14
- Jobs in the state
- 780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,750Median: $110,400Highest 10%: $125,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,750 | $31.61 | |
| 25th | $80,800 | $38.85 | |
| Median | $110,400 | $53.07 | |
| 75th | $124,500 | $59.84 | |
| 90th | $125,400 | $60.27 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $99,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nuclear technicians.
| 4. Texas | $124,100 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $113,400 |
| 6. North Carolina | $110,400 |
| 7. Illinois | $110,400 |
| 8. Alabama | $110,200 |
| 9. South Carolina | $108,500 |
| 10. Washington | $108,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nuclear technician make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $53.07 ($110,400 a year).
Do nuclear technicians make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $110,400 against $110,200 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Illinois rank for nuclear technician pay?
Illinois ranks 7 of 14 states.
Which city in Illinois pays nuclear technicians the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $99,990 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.