Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary in Illinois
Bridge and Lock Tenders in Illinois earn a median of $70,890 a year, +23% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $70,890
- vs. U.S. median
- +23% ($57,700)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,190; the top 10% earn over $86,390. Nationally the range is $28,090 to $75,360.
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Bridge and Lock Tenders pay in Illinois
How much do bridge and lock tenders make in Illinois?
The median is $70,890 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,190 and the top 10% earn over $86,390. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for bridge and lock tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 23 (+23% vs. the national median of $57,700). Living costs are not included.