Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Illinois
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Illinois earn a median salary of $60,265 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, +28.2% vs the national median of $47,010. An estimated 370 furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $56,410 to $64,120 depending on location.
$60,265
Avg median salary in Illinois
$64,120
Highest paying metro
$56,410
Lowest paying metro
370
Employed in Illinois
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Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders
inFurnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Illinois | $64,120 | $59,390 | $64,540 | 60 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $56,410 | $43,720 | $62,620 | 310 |