How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make in Illinois?
$64,450a year
Median yearly pay for tree trimmer and pruners in Illinois. That is $30.99 an hour or $5,371 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.99
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,300Median: $64,450Highest 10%: $90,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,300 | $24.18 | |
| 25th | $60,860 | $29.26 | |
| Median | $64,450 | $30.99 | |
| 75th | $75,630 | $36.36 | |
| 90th | $90,840 | $43.67 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $64,260 |
| Rockford, IL | $63,480 |
| St. Louis, MO | $62,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tree trimmer and pruners.
| 1. Minnesota | $77,460 |
| 2. Oregon | $75,440 |
| 3. New Jersey | $71,940 |
| 4. Illinois | $64,450 |
| 5. Washington | $63,850 |
| 6. California | $62,550 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $62,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $30.99 ($64,450 a year).
Do tree trimmer and pruners make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $64,450 against $50,960 nationally, 26% more.
Where does Illinois rank for tree trimmer and pruner pay?
Illinois ranks 4 of 49 states.
Which city in Illinois pays tree trimmer and pruners the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $64,260 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.