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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a CNC Field Service Technician in Illinois is $73,211 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.
However, a CNC Field Service Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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CNC Field Service Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $79,648 | $6,637 | $1,532 | $38 |
| Average | $73,211 | $6,101 | $1,408 | $35 |
| 25th Percentile | $65,858 | $5,488 | $1,267 | $32 |
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A CNC Field Service Technician'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 CNC Field Service Technicians. 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 CNC Field Service Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, CNC Field Service Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view CNC Field Service Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $91,514 | $44.0 | 25% |
| Biotechnology | $87,853 | $42.0 | 20% |
| Internet | $87,853 | $42.0 | 20% |
| Financial Services | $84,193 | $40.0 | 15% |
| Chemicals | $80,532 | $39.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a CNC Field Service Technician'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 | $79,648 | $6,637 | $1,532 | $38 |
| Average | $73,211 | $6,101 | $1,408 | $35 |
| 25th Percentile | $65,858 | $5,488 | $1,267 | $32 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current CNC Field Service Technician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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