Bus & Truck Mechanics Salary in Illinois
Median Annual Salary
$62,750
$30.17/hr
Salary Range
$44,720 – $95,610
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
9,920
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.5%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$63,384
real purchasing power
3.5% above the national median ($60,640)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$44,720 (entry)$62,750 (median)$95,610 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+27.3%
$13,130 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur | $70,660 | 190 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $65,240 | 7,340 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $64,630 | 110 |
| Rockford | $62,640 | 210 |
| Springfield | $61,760 | 130 |
| Bloomington | $58,280 | 120 |
| Peoria | $57,890 | 220 |
| Kankakee | $56,160 | 110 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.