How much does a lifeguard make in Illinois?
$33,710a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Illinois. That is $16.21 an hour or $2,809 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.21
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $33,710Highest 10%: $37,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| Median | $33,710 | $16.21 | |
| 75th | $35,250 | $16.95 | |
| 90th | $37,050 | $17.81 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $33,750 |
| Bloomington, IL | $33,270 |
| Springfield, IL | $31,250 |
| Davenport, IA | $31,200 |
| Peoria, IL | $31,200 |
| Rockford, IL | $31,200 |
| St. Louis, MO | $30,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 16. Alaska | $34,540 |
| 17. Maryland | $34,520 |
| 18. Maine | $34,320 |
| 19. Illinois | $33,710 |
| 20. New Hampshire | $32,100 |
| 21. Delaware | $31,930 |
| 22. Minnesota | $31,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $16.21 ($33,710 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $33,710 against $33,580 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Illinois rank for lifeguard pay?
Illinois ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Illinois pays lifeguards the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $33,750 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.