Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $53,230 +2.2% vs national
Median hourly $25.59
10th percentile $39,340
90th percentile $76,920
Employed locally 140
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,340
    25th
    $48,120
    50th (median)
    $53,230
    75th
    $66,290
    90th
    $76,920

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $51,420
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $45,750
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $77,770
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $61,990
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $56,880
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $56,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in South Illinois is $25.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.77 or more per hour.

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

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in South Illinois is 2.2% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,340 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,120.