Illinois Median
$68,830
per year
Hourly Rate
$33.09
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+1% vs US median
US median $68,120
State Rank
#21 of 43
1,070 employed here
How much does a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer make in Illinois?
A Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer working in Illinois earns a median salary of $68,830 per year, or about $33.09 per hour. That is 1% above the national median of $68,120 for this occupation.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $53,290 while the top 10% make $92,130 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $61,110 and $80,110 a year.
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $53,290 | $25.62 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $61,110 | $29.38 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $68,830 | $33.09 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $80,110 | $38.51 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $92,130 | $44.29 |
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How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 21st out of 43 states and territories for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer salary in other states
Connecticut $86,390California $82,090Massachusetts $81,670Washington $81,420Missouri $78,130Vermont $77,980Kansas $76,080North Dakota $75,990Oregon $75,150Arizona $74,450Virginia $74,390Minnesota $74,190Maine $72,920New Hampshire $71,680Montana $70,860New Jersey $70,460Tennessee $69,700Colorado $69,570Texas $69,550South Carolina $69,470New York $68,730Wisconsin $67,460South Dakota $66,650Pennsylvania $66,330Maryland $65,670Utah $65,610Oklahoma $65,590Kentucky $64,980Michigan $64,640Alabama $64,590North Carolina $63,990Florida $63,970Idaho $63,560Indiana $63,200Nebraska $63,190Rhode Island $62,640Georgia $61,360Ohio $60,080Iowa $57,780Nevada $57,210Arkansas $56,390Mississippi $50,190
Working as a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer in Illinois
Nationally, about 29,000 people work as Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($68,830) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer make in Illinois?
The median Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer salary in Illinois is $68,830 per year, or about $33.09 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $53,290 at the entry level to $92,130 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers about 1% more than the national median of $68,120. Illinois ranks 21st out of 43 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $68,830 a year. About 1,070 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers are employed in Illinois. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Illinois?
The highest-paying occupations in Illinois include Cardiologist ($517,850), Surgeon, All Other ($438,010), Dermatologist ($435,750), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.