Roof Bolters Salary in Illinois
Roof Bolters in Illinois earn a median of $81,860 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $81,860
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($78,540)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 7
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,540; the top 10% earn over $83,900. Nationally the range is $63,750 to $92,830.
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Roof Bolters pay in Illinois
How much do roof bolters make in Illinois?
The median is $81,860 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $78,540 and the top 10% earn over $83,900. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for roof bolters?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 7 (+4% vs. the national median of $78,540). Living costs are not included.