Hazardous Materials Removal Workers Salary in Illinois
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois earn a median of $61,330 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $61,330
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($49,450)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,980
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,990; the top 10% earn over $98,970. Nationally the range is $38,460 to $82,410.
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Hazardous Materials Removal Workers pay in Illinois
How much do hazardous materials removal workers make in Illinois?
The median is $61,330 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,990 and the top 10% earn over $98,970. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for hazardous materials removal workers?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 51 (+24% vs. the national median of $49,450). Living costs are not included.