How much does a new accounts clerk make in Illinois?
$49,040a year
Median yearly pay for new accounts clerks in Illinois. That is $23.58 an hour or $4,087 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.58
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 2,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,090Median: $49,040Highest 10%: $60,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,090 | $18.79 | |
| 25th | $45,030 | $21.65 | |
| Median | $49,040 | $23.58 | |
| 75th | $50,160 | $24.12 | |
| 90th | $60,470 | $29.07 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $57,090 |
| Chicago, IL | $49,950 |
| Springfield, IL | $48,190 |
| Davenport, IA | $46,300 |
| Champaign, IL | $45,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for new accounts clerks.
| 9. Missouri | $50,270 |
| 10. Tennessee | $49,770 |
| 11. North Carolina | $49,480 |
| 12. Illinois | $49,040 |
| 13. Minnesota | $48,920 |
| 14. Colorado | $48,870 |
| 15. Oregon | $48,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a new accounts clerk make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $23.58 ($49,040 a year).
Do new accounts clerks make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $49,040 against $47,670 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Illinois rank for new accounts clerk pay?
Illinois ranks 12 of 45 states.
Which city in Illinois pays new accounts clerks the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $57,090 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.