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Hazardous Materials Removal Workers Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hazardous Materials Removal Workers make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$61,330
Median Annual Salary
▲
+10.2% vs 2024
$65,490
Mean Salary
$61,330
Median Salary
$29.49
Hourly Rate
1,980 people work as Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois earn a median salary of $61,330 per year ($5,110/month).
This is 21.8% above the national average of $50,352.
Illinois ranks #2 out of 51 states for Hazardous Materials Removal Workers pay.
Approximately 1,980 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 10.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
Identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, waste oil, fuel, transmission fluid, radioactive materials, or contaminated soil. Specialized training and certification in hazardous materials handling or a confined entry permit are generally required. May operate earth-moving equipment or trucks.
Top Skills
Monitoring
3.62
Critical Thinking
3.5
Operation and Control
3.38
Active Listening
3.25
Operations Monitoring
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
3.6
Administration and Management
3.46
Transportation
3.41
Customer and Personal Service
3.4
Building and Construction
3.24
Typical Education: Less than a High School Diploma
(26.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois
Salaries for Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois range from $43,990 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $98,970 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $49,530 and $75,880.
Median $61,330
P10: $43,990P25: $49,530P75: $75,880P90: $98,970
10th
$43,990
25th
$49,530
Median
$61,330
75th
$75,880
90th
$98,970
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$43,990
$21.15
$3,665
25th Percentile
$49,530
$23.81
$4,127
Median (50th)
$61,330
$29.49
$5,110
75th Percentile
$75,880
$36.48
$6,323
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$98,970
$47.58
$8,247
Note: The mean (average) salary of $65,490 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#2
Illinois ranks #2 of 51 states
$50,352
National avg. for Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
How much do Hazardous Materials Removal Workers make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois is $61,330 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $65,490.
What is the salary range for a Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois?
Salaries for Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois range from $43,990 at the 10th percentile to $98,970 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $49,530 and $75,880.
What is the starting salary for a Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois?
Entry-level Hazardous Materials Removal Workers positions in Illinois typically start around $43,990 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $49,530 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,980 people are employed as Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in Illinois is approximately $29.49 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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