Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $59,800 +14.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.75
10th percentile $39,310
90th percentile $81,820
Employed locally 200
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,310
    25th
    $46,840
    50th (median)
    $59,800
    75th
    $75,690
    90th
    $81,820

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$52,790
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$46,800
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$85,240
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$75,510
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$64,840
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$57,980

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in Northwest Illinois is $28.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.30 or more per hour.

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

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in Northwest Illinois is 14.8% above 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,310 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,840.