Power Plant Operators Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Illinois
Power Plant Operators in Illinois earn a median salary of $97,706 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -2% vs the national median of $99,670. An estimated 1,110 power plant operators are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $85,240 to $105,670 depending on location.
$97,706
Avg median salary in Illinois
$105,670
Highest paying metro
$85,240
Lowest paying metro
1,110
Employed in Illinois
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Power Plant Operators salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Illinois | $105,670 | $104,860 | $105,670 | 360 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $103,380 | $101,430 | $110,080 | 600 |
| Springfield, IL | $97,940 | $93,690 | $119,530 | 60 |
| Northwest Illinois | $96,300 | $82,330 | $133,690 | 50 |
| Bloomington, IL | $85,240 | $85,240 | $100,370 | 40 |