Millwrights Salary in West Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $60,400 -7.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.04
10th percentile $39,890
90th percentile $78,370
Employed locally 80
National median $65,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,890
    25th
    $46,630
    50th (median)
    $60,400
    75th
    $73,470
    90th
    $78,370

    Top-paying metros for Millwrights

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $145,930
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $110,830
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $104,830
    Modesto, CA $98,270
    Albuquerque, NM $90,750
    Madison, WI $90,520

    Related occupations in West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $48,750
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $42,590
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $75,210
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $57,780
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians $57,810
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $61,870

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Millwrights make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Millwrights in West Central Illinois is $29.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.87 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Millwrights salaries?

    The median Millwrights salary in West Central Illinois is 7.3% below the national median of $65,170. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Millwrights in West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Millwrights (10th percentile) earn around $39,890 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,630.