Agricultural Technicians Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,040 -1.6% vs national
Median hourly $22.13
10th percentile $37,080
90th percentile $68,310
Employed locally 50
National median $46,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,080
    25th
    $40,710
    50th (median)
    $46,040
    75th
    $62,900
    90th
    $68,310

    Top-paying metros for Agricultural Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $67,960
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $63,630
    Arizona $63,340
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $63,340
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $62,340
    Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area $61,940

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    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $56,380
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    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,970
    School Psychologists $73,400
    Chemists $75,580
    Psychologists, All Other $63,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Technicians make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Technicians in Northwest Illinois is $22.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.84 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Agricultural Technicians salaries?

    The median Agricultural Technicians salary in Northwest Illinois is 1.6% below the national median of $46,790. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Agricultural Technicians in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Agricultural Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,080 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,710.