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49-9051 / ELECTRICAL POWER-LINE INSTALLERS AND REPAIRERS / ILLINOIS
Lineworker salary in Illinois
Illinois vs. U.S. lineworker pay
| Measure | Illinois, annual | Illinois, hourly | U.S., annual | U.S., hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $72,820 | $35.01 | $51,470 | $24.74 |
| 25th percentile | $101,620 | $48.85 | $67,270 | $32.34 |
| Median | $108,120 | $51.98 | $95,320 | $45.83 |
| 75th percentile | $126,440 | $60.79 | $109,740 | $52.76 |
| 90th percentile | $129,230 | $62.13 | $128,690 | $61.87 |
| Mean (average) | $107,820 | $51.84 | $91,970 | $44.22 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025, SOC 49-9051 (Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers), cross-industry. Data as of May 2025. BLS OEWS tables | BLS state data file (May 2025) | BLS national data file (May 2025).
Illinois electrical power-line installers and repairers earned a mean of $107,820 a year in May 2025, about $15,850 (17%) above the U.S. mean of $91,970. Half earned less than $108,120 and half earned more. By mean annual wage, Illinois ranks 10th of 51 areas (states and D.C.) with published data for this occupation. BLS location quotient for electrical power-line installers and repairers in Illinois is 0.60, where 1.00 is the national average share of jobs.
These figures cover all electrical power-line installers and repairers in the state, from newer workers to experienced ones. They are not entry-level offers or a pay promise, and they leave out employer-paid benefits. Pay varies by employer, metro area, union status and license level.
How people become lineworkers
- Lineworkers typically need a high school diploma or equivalent plus technical instruction and on-the-job training. Apprenticeships are common.
- Employer-sponsored apprenticeships or training programs may last up to 3 years.
- Workers who drive heavy vehicles usually need a state-issued commercial driver's license (CDL).
Source: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers (national information; page last modified August 28, 2025; figures there use a 2024 base). Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent. Typical training: Long-term on-the-job training. Projected job growth 2024 to 2034: 7% (much faster than average). BLS OOH: Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers. Find programs on Apprenticeship.gov. Confirm Illinois licensing rules with the state board; this page does not state them.