Water treatment plant operator: Average Salary in Chicago, IL, 2026

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How much does a Water treatment plant operator make in Chicago, IL?

$41,860/ Annual
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The average Water treatment plant operator in Chicago, IL is $41,860 per year or $21.18 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $37,440 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $87,486 per year.

Median$41,860

Low$37,440

High$87,486

Water treatment plant operator: Average Salary in United States of America

Alaska$54,350

Wyoming$49,920

Montana$46,800

Colorado$46,684

Iowa$45,782

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