Illinois Median
$59,830
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.76
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+4% vs US median
US median $57,390
State Rank
#3 of 20
state estimate
How much does a Tire Builder make in Illinois?
Tire Builders in Illinois take home a median of $59,830 annually — roughly $28.76 an hour — which runs 4% above the national median of $57,390.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $59,680 while the top 10% make $70,270 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $59,830 and $59,830 a year.
Tire Builder salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $59,680 | $28.69 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $59,830 | $28.76 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $59,830 | $28.76 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $59,830 | $28.76 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $70,270 | $33.78 |
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How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 3rd out of 20 states and territories for Tire Builder pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Tire Builder salary in other states
Tennessee $74,100North Carolina $63,950Ohio $56,370Texas $54,880Mississippi $53,050Indiana $51,170Iowa $50,600Connecticut $48,630Oregon $48,380New York $46,550Maryland $46,290Kentucky $46,010Oklahoma $45,830Arizona $45,770Pennsylvania $45,270California $44,790Michigan $44,420Georgia $44,220Florida $44,150
Working as a Tire Builder in Illinois
Nationally, about 21,000 people work as Tire Builders in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($59,830) 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 Tire Builder make in Illinois?
The median Tire Builder salary in Illinois is $59,830 per year, or about $28.76 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $59,680 at the entry level to $70,270 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Tire Builders about 4% more than the national median of $57,390. Illinois ranks 3rd out of 20 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Tire Builders?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $59,830 a year. 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.