As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Refrigeration Engineer in Adair, IL is $55,516, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,068 weekly, or $4,626 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Refrigeration Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Refrigeration Engineer in Adair, IL vary widely, spanning from $43,465 to $62,944. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,208) and 75th percentile ($59,404), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,944 per year. This $10,196 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Project Commissioning, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Adair Refrigeration Engineer often earn 7.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Refrigeration Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $43,465 Adair, IL November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $49,208 Adair, IL November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $55,516 Adair, IL November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $59,404 Adair, IL November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $62,944 Adair, IL November 01, 2026
25% $49,208 10% $43,465 90% $62,944 75% $59,404 $55,516 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Refrigeration Engineer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Adair, Illinois    Adair is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in McDonough County, Illinois, United States. Adair is part of the New Salem Township. The to....More

Adair, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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