Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $48,190 +3.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.17
10th percentile $35,780
90th percentile $57,920
Employed locally 420
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,780
    25th
    $39,900
    50th (median)
    $48,190
    75th
    $48,200
    90th
    $57,920

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $81,470
    Flint, MI $76,430
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $63,970
    Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area $63,720
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $63,490

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,060
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,460
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $49,500
    Light Truck Drivers $39,310
    Bus Drivers, School $48,180
    Driver/Sales Workers $31,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in South Illinois is $23.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.12 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in South Illinois is 3.9% above the national median of $46,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $35,780 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,900.