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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fabrication Manager in Illinois is $130,707 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.
However, a Fabrication Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Fabrication Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $142,377 | $11,865 | $2,738 | $68 |
| Average | $130,707 | $10,892 | $2,514 | $63 |
| 25th Percentile | $120,482 | $10,040 | $2,317 | $58 |
Sterling Engineering Inc. - Crest Hill, IL
Illinois Institute of Technology - Chicago, IL
Symphony Search - Bartlett, IL
Manpower - Roselle, IL
A Fabrication Manager'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Fabrication Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Manufactu... Level Fabrication Manager | $178,127 |
| Manufactu... Level Fabrication Manager | $102,016 |
| Fabricati... Level Fabrication Manager | $129,848 |
| Manufactu... Level Fabrication Manager | $143,994 |
| Manufactu... Level Fabrication Manager | $159,393 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Fabrication Managers. 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 Fabrication Manager 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, Fabrication Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Fabrication Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $163,384 | $79.0 | 25% |
| Biotechnology | $150,313 | $72.0 | 15% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $150,313 | $72.0 | 15% |
| Chemicals | $143,778 | $69.0 | 10% |
| Energy & Utilities | $143,778 | $69.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Fabrication Manager'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 | $142,377 | $11,865 | $2,738 | $68 |
| Average | $130,707 | $10,892 | $2,514 | $63 |
| 25th Percentile | $120,482 | $10,040 | $2,317 | $58 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Fabrication Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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Roselle, IL
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GPAC
Waukegan, IL
GPAC | Waukegan, IL
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Itasca, IL
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Barton Staffing Solutions
Franklin Park, IL
Barton Staffing Solutions | Franklin Park, IL
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