Conveyor Operators and Tenders Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $45,590 +10.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.92
10th percentile $38,110
90th percentile $65,100
Employed locally 70
National median $41,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,110
    25th
    $41,890
    50th (median)
    $45,590
    75th
    $53,440
    90th
    $65,100

    Top-paying metros for Conveyor Operators and Tenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $106,830
    Wyoming $75,550
    Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $69,600
    Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $68,140
    Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area $65,740
    Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,030

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$36,330
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$43,400
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$53,120
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$48,300
    Light Truck Drivers$43,330
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors$62,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conveyor Operators and Tenders make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in East Central Illinois is $21.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.00 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Conveyor Operators and Tenders salaries?

    The median Conveyor Operators and Tenders salary in East Central Illinois is 10.6% above the national median of $41,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Conveyor Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $38,110 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,890.