Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in West Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $57,810 +11% vs national
Median hourly $27.79
10th percentile $37,340
90th percentile $83,040
Employed locally 400
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,340
    25th
    $46,580
    50th (median)
    $57,810
    75th
    $71,050
    90th
    $83,040

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $48,750
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $42,590
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $75,210
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $57,780
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $61,870
    Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers $48,760

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in West Central Illinois is $27.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in West Central Illinois is 11% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,340 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,580.