The highest median for pest control technicians in Illinois is in Springfield at $46,850. Compare with all U.S. metros.
Median pay by metro
All Illinois metros
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| Metro | Median pay | Real pay | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpringfieldILLINOIS · IL | $46,850 | $50,515 | 70 |
| ChicagoILLINOIS · IL | $46,740 | $45,118 | 1,710 |
| RockfordILLINOIS · IL | $45,440 | $49,309 | 40 |
| PeoriaILLINOIS · IL | $45,360 | $49,720 | 110 |
| ChampaignILLINOIS · IL | $44,990 | $48,531 | 30 |
Pay: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (metro-level). Real pay: BEA price parities, 2024. How we calculate
Licensing in Illinois Official source
The main state licensing office in Illinois is the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Most trades (including general contractors and electricians) are licensed locally; plumbers are licensed by the state health department. It can point you to the right license for pest control technicians.
Official Illinois licensing site ↗
Requirements for pest control technicians vary by state and sometimes by city; always confirm with the official agency.
Other trades in Illinois.