How much does a pump operator make in Illinois?
$92,310a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in Illinois. That is $44.38 an hour or $7,693 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.38
- Vs. national median
- +49%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,510Median: $92,310Highest 10%: $116,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,510 | $30.05 | |
| 25th | $74,410 | $35.77 | |
| Median | $92,310 | $44.38 | |
| 75th | $100,000 | $48.08 | |
| 90th | $116,100 | $55.83 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 1. Illinois | $92,310 |
| 2. North Dakota | $81,400 |
| 3. Alaska | $80,210 |
| 4. Wyoming | $77,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $44.38 ($92,310 a year).
Do pump operators make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $92,310 against $61,770 nationally, 49% more.
Where does Illinois rank for pump operator pay?
Illinois ranks 1 of 37 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.