Machinists Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $46,510 -17.2% vs national
Median hourly $22.36
10th percentile $36,430
90th percentile $66,660
Employed locally 570
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,430
    25th
    $40,080
    50th (median)
    $46,510
    75th
    $57,300
    90th
    $66,660

    Top-paying metros for Machinists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $101,810
    Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area $85,530
    Bloomington, IL $81,240
    Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL $80,150
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $78,580
    Barnstable Town, MA $77,650

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $39,520
    Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers $44,440
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $61,520
    Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers $46,370
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders $47,180
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $47,410

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in East Central Illinois is $22.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.73 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in East Central Illinois is 17.2% below the national median of $56,150. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Machinists in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $36,430 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,080.