Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for farm equipment mechanics and service technicians is $28.57 an hour ($59,430 a year). About 1,770 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($56,550). Illinois ranks 14th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for farm equipment mechanics and service technicians in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.43 | $40,420 |
| 25% of workers | $23.40 | $48,680 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.57 | $59,430 |
| 75% of workers | $35.43 | $73,690 |
| 90% of workers | $41.00 | $85,270 |
Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $63,900 | 360 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $59,960 | 70 |
| Peoria | $59,680 | 100 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for farm equipment mechanics and service technicians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +10.7% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,700 openings a year (BLS)
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