How much does a gambling cage worker make in Illinois?
$39,900a year
Median yearly pay for gambling cage workers in Illinois. That is $19.18 an hour or $3,325 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.18
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 31
- Jobs in the state
- 500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,270Median: $39,900Highest 10%: $47,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,270 | $16.48 | |
| 25th | $37,050 | $17.81 | |
| Median | $39,900 | $19.18 | |
| 75th | $44,880 | $21.58 | |
| 90th | $47,570 | $22.87 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $43,710 |
| St. Louis, MO | $36,820 |
| Davenport, IA | $32,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gambling cage workers.
| 4. Washington | $41,720 |
| 5. New Jersey | $41,430 |
| 6. Arizona | $40,780 |
| 7. Illinois | $39,900 |
| 8. Pennsylvania | $38,980 |
| 9. Michigan | $38,710 |
| 10. Nevada | $38,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gambling cage worker make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $19.18 ($39,900 a year).
Do gambling cage workers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $39,900 against $37,580 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Illinois rank for gambling cage worker pay?
Illinois ranks 7 of 31 states.
Which city in Illinois pays gambling cage workers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $43,710 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.