SOC 53-7071 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators in Illinois is $75,086 per year ($36.10/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $71,510. The middle 50% earn between $60,388 and $92,492 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $103,281.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $22.19 | $46,148 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $29.03 | $60,388 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $36.10 | $75,086 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $44.47 | $92,492 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $49.65 | $103,281 | +5.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators in Illinois is approximately $75,086, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $71,510.
Entry-level Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $46,148 per year. The 25th percentile is $60,388. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $103,281.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $71,510 vs $75,086 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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