Biofuels Processing Technicians Salary in Illinois
Biofuels Processing Technicians in Illinois earn a median of $77,780 a year, +25% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Plant and System Operators, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,780
- vs. U.S. median
- +25% ($62,470)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,080; the top 10% earn over $84,320. Nationally the range is $40,700 to $94,560.
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Biofuels Processing Technicians pay in Illinois
How much do biofuels processing technicians make in Illinois?
The median is $77,780 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,080 and the top 10% earn over $84,320. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for biofuels processing technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 44 (+25% vs. the national median of $62,470). Living costs are not included.