How much does a woodworker make in Illinois?
$35,970a year
Median yearly pay for woodworkers in Illinois. That is $17.29 an hour or $2,998 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.29
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 26
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,490Median: $35,970Highest 10%: $56,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,490 | $16.10 | |
| 25th | $35,790 | $17.21 | |
| Median | $35,970 | $17.29 | |
| 75th | $53,960 | $25.94 | |
| 90th | $56,320 | $27.08 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $36,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for woodworkers.
| 21. Wisconsin | $39,030 |
| 22. Mississippi | $38,550 |
| 23. Arizona | $36,970 |
| 24. Illinois | $35,970 |
| 25. Texas | $35,160 |
| 26. Tennessee | $34,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a woodworker make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $17.29 ($35,970 a year).
Do woodworkers make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $35,970 against $44,530 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Illinois rank for woodworker pay?
Illinois ranks 24 of 26 states.
Which city in Illinois pays woodworkers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $36,990 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.