Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $45,110 -3.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.69
10th percentile $35,060
90th percentile $59,990
Employed locally 30
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,060
    25th
    $37,360
    50th (median)
    $45,110
    75th
    $47,840
    90th
    $59,990

    Top-paying metros for Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $67,740
    Anchorage, AK $60,190
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $59,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $59,070
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $58,480
    Boulder, CO $57,870

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $51,420
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $45,750
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $77,770
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $61,990
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $56,880
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $56,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics in South Illinois is $21.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.22 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics salaries?

    The median Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics salary in South Illinois is 3.1% below the national median of $46,560. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics (10th percentile) earn around $35,060 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,360.