Chemical Plant and System Operators Salary in Illinois
Ranked #21 of 35 · IL
14.7% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $68,240 ≈ $33/hr
Median annual salary $65,710
Employment 160
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $60,580P25 $60,580 Median $65,710P75 $74,770P90 $83,690
About 80% of chemical plant and system operatorss in Illinois earn between $60,580 and $83,690. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean chemical plant and system operators salary in Illinois is $68,240, about 14.7% below the U.S. average ($79,970). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $65,750 | $66,660 | 110 |