How much does a sewer make in Illinois?
$36,480a year
Median yearly pay for sewers in Illinois. That is $17.54 an hour or $3,040 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.54
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 17
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,430Median: $36,480Highest 10%: $44,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,430 | $17.51 | |
| 25th | $36,450 | $17.52 | |
| Median | $36,480 | $17.54 | |
| 75th | $44,420 | $21.36 | |
| 90th | $44,880 | $21.58 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $36,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sewers.
| 9. Georgia | $38,210 |
| 10. New York | $37,380 |
| 11. North Carolina | $36,550 |
| 12. Illinois | $36,480 |
| 13. New Jersey | $36,400 |
| 14. Pennsylvania | $35,560 |
| 15. Indiana | $34,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sewer make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $17.54 ($36,480 a year).
Do sewers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $36,480 against $36,480 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Illinois rank for sewer pay?
Illinois ranks 12 of 17 states.
Which city in Illinois pays sewers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $36,480 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.