Earth Drillers Salary in Illinois
Earth Drillers in Illinois earn a median of $79,080 a year, +31% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $79,080
- vs. U.S. median
- +31% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,690; the top 10% earn over $107,980. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in Illinois
How much do earth drillers make in Illinois?
The median is $79,080 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,690 and the top 10% earn over $107,980. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 48 (+31% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.