Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics Salary in West Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $36,570 -21.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.58
10th percentile $30,780
90th percentile $50,610
Employed locally 40
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,780
    25th
    $33,010
    50th (median)
    $36,570
    75th
    $46,780
    90th
    $50,610

    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 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 Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics in West Central Illinois is $17.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.75 or more per hour.

    Is West Central 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 West Central Illinois is 21.5% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics (10th percentile) earn around $30,780 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,010.