Industrial Machinery Mechanics Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $64,840 +1.7% vs national
Median hourly $31.17
10th percentile $40,640
90th percentile $96,080
Employed locally 290
National median $63,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,640
    25th
    $51,710
    50th (median)
    $64,840
    75th
    $76,170
    90th
    $96,080

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Machinery Mechanics

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Lewiston, ID-WA $93,770
    Fairbanks-College, AK $93,480
    Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area $91,990
    Parkersburg-Vienna, WV $91,430
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $90,600
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $89,420

    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
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $57,980
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians $59,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Machinery Mechanics make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Machinery Mechanics in Northwest Illinois is $31.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.46 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Industrial Machinery Mechanics salaries?

    The median Industrial Machinery Mechanics salary in Northwest Illinois is 1.7% above the national median of $63,760. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Machinery Mechanics in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Industrial Machinery Mechanics (10th percentile) earn around $40,640 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,710.