How much does a traffic technician make in Illinois?
$70,970a year
Median yearly pay for traffic technicians in Illinois. That is $34.12 an hour or $5,914 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.12
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,010Median: $70,970Highest 10%: $96,150
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,010 | $17.79 | |
| 25th | $51,810 | $24.91 | |
| Median | $70,970 | $34.12 | |
| 75th | $88,190 | $42.40 | |
| 90th | $96,150 | $46.23 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $56,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for traffic technicians.
| 3. Washington | $71,960 |
| 4. New York | $71,670 |
| 5. Indiana | $71,000 |
| 6. Illinois | $70,970 |
| 7. Iowa | $68,100 |
| 8. Pennsylvania | $65,610 |
| 9. New Jersey | $64,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a traffic technician make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $34.12 ($70,970 a year).
Do traffic technicians make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $70,970 against $59,090 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Illinois rank for traffic technician pay?
Illinois ranks 6 of 36 states.
Which city in Illinois pays traffic technicians the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $56,720 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.