How much does a tailor make in Illinois?
$42,330a year
Median yearly pay for tailors in Illinois. That is $20.35 an hour or $3,528 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.35
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,210Median: $42,330Highest 10%: $65,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,210 | $15.49 | |
| 25th | $36,210 | $17.41 | |
| Median | $42,330 | $20.35 | |
| 75th | $47,240 | $22.71 | |
| 90th | $65,720 | $31.60 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $48,740 |
| Chicago, IL | $45,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tailors.
| 19. Wisconsin | $43,300 |
| 20. Georgia | $43,260 |
| 21. New Jersey | $43,150 |
| 22. Illinois | $42,330 |
| 23. North Carolina | $41,260 |
| 24. Arizona | $40,360 |
| 25. Connecticut | $40,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tailor make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $20.35 ($42,330 a year).
Do tailors make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $42,330 against $41,640 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Illinois rank for tailor pay?
Illinois ranks 22 of 42 states.
Which city in Illinois pays tailors the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $48,740 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.