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Construction workers in Illinois among highest paid in the country, study says

A 2025 report ranked Illinois as the highest-paying state for construction workers based on cost-adjusted wages.

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Illinois leads the nation with a cost-of-living-adjusted median annual wage of $79,328. Chicago also leads among the largest metro areas at $80,248.

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A 2025 report ranked Illinois as the highest-paying state for construction workers based on cost-adjusted wages.

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Journal Star broke the news in 5 days ago on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

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