SOC 53-7072 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers in Illinois is $63,030 per year ($30.30/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $60,029. The middle 50% earn between $49,642 and $78,908 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $94,152.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $19.11 | $39,749 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $23.87 | $49,642 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $30.30 | $63,030 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $37.94 | $78,908 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $45.27 | $94,152 | +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 Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers in Illinois is approximately $63,030, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $60,029.
Entry-level Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $39,749 per year. The 25th percentile is $49,642. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $94,152.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $60,029 vs $63,030 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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