How much does a helper make in Illinois?
$49,880a year
Median yearly pay for helpers in Illinois. That is $23.98 an hour or $4,157 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.98
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,250Median: $49,880Highest 10%: $84,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,250 | $16.47 | |
| 25th | $41,160 | $19.79 | |
| Median | $49,880 | $23.98 | |
| 75th | $55,380 | $26.63 | |
| 90th | $84,410 | $40.58 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $54,830 |
| St. Louis, MO | $50,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for helpers.
| 1. Washington | $61,750 |
| 2. New York | $54,480 |
| 3. Missouri | $51,630 |
| 4. Illinois | $49,880 |
| 5. California | $48,430 |
| 6. Iowa | $48,430 |
| 7. Arizona | $47,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helper make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $23.98 ($49,880 a year).
Do helpers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $49,880 against $42,670 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Illinois rank for helper pay?
Illinois ranks 4 of 40 states.
Which city in Illinois pays helpers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $54,830 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.