Wellhead Pumpers Salary in Illinois
Wellhead Pumpers in Illinois earn a median of $51,440 a year, −26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $51,440
- vs. U.S. median
- −26% ($69,960)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,770; the top 10% earn over $63,770. Nationally the range is $44,100 to $98,170.
States ranked near Illinois
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- Hydroelectric Plant Technicians$104,440 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers$102,890 median in Illinois
- Biomass Plant Technicians$104,440 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers$92,310 median in Illinois
Wellhead Pumpers pay in Illinois
How much do wellhead pumpers make in Illinois?
The median is $51,440 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,770 and the top 10% earn over $63,770. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for wellhead pumpers?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 19 (−26% vs. the national median of $69,960). Living costs are not included.