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Gas Plant Operators Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Gas Plant Operators make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$97,810
Median Annual Salary
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+1.9% vs 2024
$90,040
Mean Salary
$97,810
Median Salary
$47.02
Hourly Rate
530 people work as Gas Plant Operators in Illinois
Gas Plant Operators salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Gas Plant Operators in Illinois earn a median salary of $97,810 per year ($8,150/month).
This is 8.2% above the national average of $90,427.
Illinois ranks #16 out of 43 states for Gas Plant Operators pay.
Approximately 530 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 1.9% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Gas Plant Operators
Distribute or process gas for utility companies and others by controlling compressors to maintain specified pressures on main pipelines.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
4.12
Operation and Control
3.75
Monitoring
3.62
Critical Thinking
3.5
Quality Control Analysis
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
3.94
Mechanical
3.75
English Language
3.59
Computers and Electronics
3.4
Mathematics
3.17
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(58.4% of workers)
Salaries for Gas Plant Operators in Illinois range from $51,880 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $112,700 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $74,420 and $105,930.
The median annual salary for Gas Plant Operators in Illinois is $97,810 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $90,040.
What is the salary range for a Gas Plant Operators in Illinois?
Salaries for Gas Plant Operators in Illinois range from $51,880 at the 10th percentile to $112,700 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $74,420 and $105,930.
What is the starting salary for a Gas Plant Operators in Illinois?
Entry-level Gas Plant Operators positions in Illinois typically start around $51,880 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $74,420 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Gas Plant Operators in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 530 people are employed as Gas Plant Operators in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Gas Plant Operators in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Gas Plant Operators in Illinois is approximately $47.02 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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