Broadcast Technicians Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $37,010 -31.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.79
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $89,760
Employed locally 40
National median $53,920

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $36,480
    50th (median)
    $37,010
    75th
    $48,320
    90th
    $89,760

    Top-paying metros for Broadcast Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $97,100
    District of Columbia $96,520
    Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN $82,130
    New York $80,980
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $77,660
    Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY $77,510

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Coaches and Scouts $49,670
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $38,480
    Floral Designers $29,120
    Graphic Designers $43,390
    Public Relations Specialists $49,810
    Producers and Directors $38,610

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Broadcast Technicians make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Broadcast Technicians in South Illinois is $17.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.15 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Broadcast Technicians salaries?

    The median Broadcast Technicians salary in South Illinois is 31.4% below the national median of $53,920. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Broadcast Technicians in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Broadcast Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,480.