Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Illinois
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians in Illinois earn a median salary of $67,506 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -1.8% vs the national median of $68,730. An estimated 870 mechanical engineering technologists and technicians are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $61,560 to $79,730 depending on location.
$67,506
Avg median salary in Illinois
$79,730
Highest paying metro
$61,560
Lowest paying metro
870
Employed in Illinois
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Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, IL | $79,730 | $70,410 | $87,180 | 120 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $68,430 | $58,250 | $75,070 | 610 |
| Rockford, IL | $65,110 | $65,110 | $82,820 | 90 |
| West Central Illinois | $62,700 | $45,650 | $68,590 | 50 |
| Bloomington, IL | $61,560 | $61,560 | $77,110 | — |