First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $85,240 +8.9% vs national
Median hourly $40.98
10th percentile $51,720
90th percentile $126,700
Employed locally 510
National median $78,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,720
    25th
    $66,100
    50th (median)
    $85,240
    75th
    $102,080
    90th
    $126,700

    Top-paying metros for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $110,140
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $104,020
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $104,000
    Longview-Kelso, WA $101,150
    Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area $100,510
    Vallejo, CA $100,500

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $52,790
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $46,800
    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
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians $59,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in Northwest Illinois is $40.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.99 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salaries?

    The median First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salary in Northwest Illinois is 8.9% above the national median of $78,300. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (10th percentile) earn around $51,720 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,100.