How much does a media and communication worker make in Illinois?
$60,730a year
Median yearly pay for media and communication workers in Illinois. That is $29.20 an hour or $5,061 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.20
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 35
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $60,730Highest 10%: $119,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| Median | $60,730 | $29.20 | |
| 75th | $96,920 | $46.60 | |
| 90th | $119,700 | $57.57 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $89,620 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for media and communication workers.
| 13. Massachusetts | $63,940 |
| 14. Missouri | $63,720 |
| 15. Texas | $61,290 |
| 16. Illinois | $60,730 |
| 17. Michigan | $58,720 |
| 18. Maryland | $57,590 |
| 19. Utah | $56,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a media and communication worker make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $29.20 ($60,730 a year).
Do media and communication workers make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $60,730 against $73,620 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Illinois rank for media and communication worker pay?
Illinois ranks 16 of 35 states.
Which city in Illinois pays media and communication workers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $89,620 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.