Welders, Cutters, Solderers & Brazers Salary in Illinois
Median Annual Salary
$49,730
$23.91/hr
Salary Range
$38,330 – $70,750
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
17,340
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.2%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$50,232
real purchasing power
2.5% below the national median ($51,000)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$38,330 (entry)$49,730 (median)$70,750 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+24.3%
$10,960 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Peoria | $52,890 | 1,690 |
| Decatur | $52,170 | 120 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $50,700 | 9,150 |
| Rockford | $50,300 | 1,010 |
| Kankakee | $49,940 | 190 |
| Springfield | $48,320 | 130 |
| Bloomington | $48,160 | 80 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $47,560 | 130 |
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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.