How much does a proofreader and copy marker make in Chicago?
$51,970a year
Median yearly pay for proofreader and copy markers in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area. That is $24.99 an hour or $4,331 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.99
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 22
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,510Median: $51,970Highest 10%: $77,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,510 | $17.55 | |
| 25th | $38,170 | $18.35 | |
| Median | $51,970 | $24.99 | |
| 75th | $61,230 | $29.44 | |
| 90th | $77,040 | $37.04 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for proofreader and copy markers.
| St. Louis, MO | $55,280 |
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Salaries for every job in Chicago, ILFrequently asked questions
How much does a proofreader and copy marker make an hour in Chicago?
The median hourly pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area is $24.99 ($51,970 a year).
Do proofreader and copy markers make more in Chicago than the national average?
Yes: $51,970 against $51,120 nationally, 2% more.
How does Chicago compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $50,060, so Chicago pays 4% more.
Where does Chicago rank for proofreader and copy marker pay?
12 of 22 metro areas with data.
How much does a proofreader and copy marker make starting out in Chicago?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,510 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,040 or more.
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.