Plumber / Pipefitter pay in Illinois
State median
Public data$45.43/hr
≈ $94,494/year full-time
Pay distribution in Illinois
25th percentile
$30.38
per hour
Median
$45.43
per hour
75th percentile
$53.97
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Metros in Illinois
- Chicago$30.19/hr median
Frequently asked questions
How much do plumber / pipefitters make in Illinois?
The median pay for plumber / pipefitters in Illinois is $45.43/hr (about $94,494/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $30.38 and $53.97 per hour.
How does Illinois compare to the national average for plumber / pipefitters?
Illinois pays 58% above the national median of $28.75/hr for plumber / pipefitters. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.
Where in Illinois do plumber / pipefitters earn the most?
Among the metros we track in Illinois, Chicago pays the most at $30.19/hr median. Compare it on the city pages linked below.