Maintenance & Repair Workers Salary in Illinois
Median Annual Salary
$54,220
$26.07/hr
Salary Range
$34,600 – $79,710
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
71,100
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.1%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$54,768
real purchasing power
11.5% above the national median ($48,620)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$34,600 (entry)$54,220 (median)$79,710 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+22.5%
$9,200 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur | $57,830 | 700 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $56,940 | 48,480 |
| Peoria | $55,370 | 2,230 |
| Kankakee | $55,030 | 550 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $51,980 | 1,400 |
| Rockford | $51,590 | 2,060 |
| Springfield | $47,790 | 960 |
| Bloomington | $47,680 | 820 |
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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.