How much does an occupational health and safety technician make in Illinois?
$65,960a year
Median yearly pay for occupational health and safety technicians in Illinois. That is $31.71 an hour or $5,497 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.71
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,810Median: $65,960Highest 10%: $106,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,810 | $24.43 | |
| 25th | $59,240 | $28.48 | |
| Median | $65,960 | $31.71 | |
| 75th | $88,870 | $42.73 | |
| 90th | $106,500 | $51.19 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rockford, IL | $82,600 |
| Peoria, IL | $75,900 |
| St. Louis, MO | $64,920 |
| Davenport, IA | $64,560 |
| Chicago, IL | $62,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational health and safety technicians.
| 11. Wyoming | $68,250 |
| 12. Michigan | $67,310 |
| 13. New Jersey | $66,930 |
| 14. Illinois | $65,960 |
| 15. Arizona | $65,480 |
| 16. Ohio | $65,000 |
| 17. Oregon | $65,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational health and safety technician make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $31.71 ($65,960 a year).
Do occupational health and safety technicians make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $65,960 against $61,560 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Illinois rank for occupational health and safety technician pay?
Illinois ranks 14 of 48 states.
Which city in Illinois pays occupational health and safety technicians the most?
Rockford, IL, with a median of $82,600 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.