How much does a roof bolter make in Illinois?
$81,860a year
Median yearly pay for roof bolters in Illinois. That is $39.36 an hour or $6,822 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.36
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 7
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,540Median: $81,860Highest 10%: $83,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,540 | $37.76 | |
| 25th | $79,300 | $38.13 | |
| Median | $81,860 | $39.36 | |
| 75th | $81,860 | $39.36 | |
| 90th | $83,900 | $40.34 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for roof bolters.
| 1. Wyoming | $116,600 |
| 2. Illinois | $81,860 |
| 3. Colorado | $81,270 |
| 4. West Virginia | $79,400 |
| 5. Virginia | $78,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a roof bolter make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $39.36 ($81,860 a year).
Do roof bolters make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $81,860 against $78,540 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Illinois rank for roof bolter pay?
Illinois ranks 2 of 7 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.