Hoist and Winch Operators Salary in Illinois
Hoist and Winch Operators in Illinois earn a median of $118,210 a year, +109% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $118,210
- vs. U.S. median
- +109% ($56,450)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 16
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $118,210; the top 10% earn over $118,210. Nationally the range is $35,640 to $118,210.
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Hoist and Winch Operators pay in Illinois
How much do hoist and winch operators make in Illinois?
The median is $118,210 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $118,210 and the top 10% earn over $118,210. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for hoist and winch operators?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 16 (+109% vs. the national median of $56,450). Living costs are not included.