Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers Salary in Illinois
Also called: CNC Programmers
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers in Illinois earn a median of $68,830 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $68,830
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($68,120)
- Rank among states
- 21 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,070
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $53,290; the top 10% earn over $92,130. Nationally the range is $47,530 to $100,320.
States ranked near Illinois
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- Robotics Engineers$111,930 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
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- Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians$71,090 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- Model Makers, Metal and Plastic$68,890 median in Illinois
- Tool and Die Makers$61,170 median in Illinois
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer$129,390 median in Illinois
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers pay in Illinois
How much do computer numerically controlled tool programmers make in Illinois?
The median is $68,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $53,290 and the top 10% earn over $92,130. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for computer numerically controlled tool programmers?
On pay alone it ranks 21 of 43 (+1% vs. the national median of $68,120). Living costs are not included.