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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Auto Glass Installer in Illinois is $49,937 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.
However, an Auto Glass Installer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $54,700 | $4,558 | $1,052 | $26 |
| Average | $49,937 | $4,161 | $960 | $24 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,750 | $3,729 | $861 | $22 |
Bolingbrook Glass and Mirror, Inc. - Bolingbrook, IL
AutoNation - Des Plaines, IL
Safelite - Morton Grove, IL
Carvana - Riverdale, IL
An Auto Glass Installer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Auto Glass Installers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Auto Glass Installer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Auto Glass Installer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Auto Glass Installer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $64,917 | $31.0 | 30% |
| Biotechnology | $62,421 | $30.0 | 25% |
| Telecom | $58,426 | $28.0 | 17% |
| Financial Services | $57,427 | $28.0 | 15% |
| MFG Durable | $57,427 | $28.0 | 15% |
Understanding how an Auto Glass Installer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $54,700 | $4,558 | $1,052 | $26 |
| Average | $49,937 | $4,161 | $960 | $24 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,750 | $3,729 | $861 | $22 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Auto Glass Installer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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