How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make in Illinois?
$38,880a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation and serving related workers in Illinois. That is $18.69 an hour or $3,240 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.69
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 2,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $38,880Highest 10%: $56,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $33,290 | $16.00 | |
| Median | $38,880 | $18.69 | |
| 75th | $45,230 | $21.75 | |
| 90th | $56,000 | $26.92 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $39,930 |
| Peoria, IL | $35,500 |
| Champaign, IL | $31,990 |
| Rockford, IL | $31,200 |
| Springfield, IL | $31,200 |
| St. Louis, MO | $28,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation and serving related workers.
| 1. Nebraska | $46,170 |
| 2. Hawaii | $43,540 |
| 3. Oregon | $39,080 |
| 4. Illinois | $38,880 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $38,580 |
| 6. New Hampshire | $38,210 |
| 7. Indiana | $38,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $18.69 ($38,880 a year).
Do food preparation and serving related workers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $38,880 against $35,840 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Illinois rank for food preparation and serving related worker pay?
Illinois ranks 4 of 44 states.
Which city in Illinois pays food preparation and serving related workers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $39,930 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.