Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Illinois
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Illinois earn a median salary of $71,798 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +39% vs the national median of $51,650. An estimated 1,190 paving, surfacing, and tamping equipment operators are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $48,840 to $98,730 depending on location.
$71,798
Avg median salary in Illinois
$98,730
Highest paying metro
$48,840
Lowest paying metro
1,190
Employed in Illinois
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Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champaign, IL | $98,730 | $81,420 | $100,150 | 40 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $69,840 | $50,230 | $99,770 | 1,060 |
| Springfield, IL | $69,780 | $52,440 | $80,850 | 50 |
| West Central Illinois | $48,840 | $38,770 | $61,620 | 40 |