Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for motor vehicle operators, all other is $21.54 an hour ($44,810 a year). About 840 people work in this job there.
That is 21% higher than the U.S. median ($37,180). Illinois ranks 17th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for motor vehicle operators, all other in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| 25% of workers | $16.28 | $33,860 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.54 | $44,810 |
| 75% of workers | $36.97 | $76,900 |
| 90% of workers | $42.30 | $87,990 |
Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $59,330 | 590 |
| Peoria | $31,200 | 70 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for motor vehicle operators, all other
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.8% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,900 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $60,320 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $47,380 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $49,090 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $38,960 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $65,200 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $37,590 |
| Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians | $36,730 |
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