Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $49,920 -4.1% vs national
Median hourly $24.00
10th percentile $38,190
90th percentile $78,250
Employed locally 200
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,190
    25th
    $47,100
    50th (median)
    $49,920
    75th
    $61,200
    90th
    $78,250

    Top-paying metros for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $77,060
    Vallejo, CA $76,040
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $75,500
    Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN $70,320
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $70,070
    Albany, OR $68,650

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $50,860
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $46,170
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $77,370
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $59,530
    Automotive Body and Related Repairers $50,470
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $65,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in East Central Illinois is $24.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.92 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salaries?

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in East Central Illinois is 4.1% below the national median of $52,080. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,190 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,100.