Tree Trimmers and Pruners Salary in Illinois
Tree Trimmers and Pruners in Illinois earn a median of $64,450 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $64,450
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($50,960)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 700
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,300; the top 10% earn over $90,840. Nationally the range is $37,940 to $80,310.
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Tree Trimmers and Pruners pay in Illinois
How much do tree trimmers and pruners make in Illinois?
The median is $64,450 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,300 and the top 10% earn over $90,840. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for tree trimmers and pruners?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 49 (+26% vs. the national median of $50,960). Living costs are not included.