Environmental Science and Protection Technicians Salary in Illinois
Also called: Environmental Science Technicians
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians in Illinois earn a median of $59,930 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $59,930
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($55,090)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 980
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,970; the top 10% earn over $99,680. Nationally the range is $38,170 to $94,160.
States ranked near Illinois
Similar jobs in Illinois
- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$80,550 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians$51,540 median in Illinois
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$81,590 median in Illinois
- Forensic Science Technicians$124,790 median in Illinois
- Conservation Scientists$69,590 median in Illinois
- Soil and Plant Scientists$79,490 median in Illinois
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians pay in Illinois
How much do environmental science and protection technicians make in Illinois?
The median is $59,930 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,970 and the top 10% earn over $99,680. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for environmental science and protection technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 49 (+9% vs. the national median of $55,090). Living costs are not included.