Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Illinois
Median Annual Salary
$96,980
$46.62/hr
Salary Range
$50,840 – $120,210
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
11,690
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$97,960
real purchasing power
65.2% above the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$50,840 (entry)$96,980 (median)$120,210 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $101,200 | 7,760 |
| Springfield | $99,950 | 230 |
| Rockford | $96,740 | 280 |
| Decatur | $96,700 | 80 |
| Bloomington | $93,510 | 200 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $92,410 | 160 |
| Kankakee | $90,590 | 90 |
| Peoria | $84,160 | 350 |
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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.