The median lineman salary in Illinois is $85,890 — 5% above the national average.
| Job Title | Entry Level (10th pctl) |
Median (50th pctl) |
Senior Level (75th pctl) |
Top Earners (90th pctl) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission Lineman | $74,550 | $119,700 | $121,800 | $121,800 |
| Journeyman Lineman | $80,556 | $113,400 | $128,100 | $137,298 |
| Apprentice Lineman | $53,550 | $84,000 | $84,000 | $92,400 |
| Telecom Lineman | $45,150 | $59,850 | $76,650 | $144,375 |
| Groundman | $36,750 | $52,500 | $57,750 | $73,500 |
Typical progression from entry level to management, with median salaries in Illinois.
1 active lineman job listing across 1 cities in Illinois.
Our salary data is derived from real job postings on LinemanJobsHQ that include salary information. We use statistical methods including bootstrap percentile calculations with time-decay weighting to ensure our numbers reflect current market conditions.
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