Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary in Illinois
Ranked #3 of 23 · IL
29.5% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $71,700 ≈ $34/hr
Median annual salary $70,890
Employment 290
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $55,190P25 $64,640 Median $70,890P75 $74,110P90 $86,390
About 80% of bridge and lock tenderss in Illinois earn between $55,190 and $86,390. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean bridge and lock tenders salary in Illinois is $71,700, about 29.5% above the U.S. average ($55,370). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $73,110 | $76,220 | 120 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $70,890 | $68,110 | 40 |