How much does a pipelayer make in Illinois?
$49,590a year
Median yearly pay for pipelayers in Illinois. That is $23.84 an hour or $4,133 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.84
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,760Median: $49,590Highest 10%: $62,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,760 | $20.08 | |
| 25th | $45,700 | $21.97 | |
| Median | $49,590 | $23.84 | |
| 75th | $55,950 | $26.90 | |
| 90th | $62,490 | $30.04 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $54,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pipelayers.
| 22. Utah | $52,000 |
| 23. Maine | $50,980 |
| 24. South Dakota | $50,650 |
| 25. Illinois | $49,590 |
| 26. Virginia | $48,700 |
| 27. Montana | $48,080 |
| 28. North Dakota | $47,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pipelayer make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $23.84 ($49,590 a year).
Do pipelayers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $49,590 against $49,000 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Illinois rank for pipelayer pay?
Illinois ranks 25 of 44 states.
Which city in Illinois pays pipelayers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $54,520 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.