How much does a word processor and typist make in Chicago?
$52,370a year
Median yearly pay for word processor and typists in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area. That is $25.18 an hour or $4,364 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.18
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 18 of 82
- Jobs in the area
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,280Median: $52,370Highest 10%: $85,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,280 | $19.37 | |
| 25th | $43,650 | $20.99 | |
| Median | $52,370 | $25.18 | |
| 75th | $60,300 | $28.99 | |
| 90th | $85,440 | $41.08 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for word processor and typists.
| St. Louis, MO | $37,440 |
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Salaries for every job in Chicago, ILFrequently asked questions
How much does a word processor and typist make an hour in Chicago?
The median hourly pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area is $25.18 ($52,370 a year).
Do word processor and typists make more in Chicago than the national average?
Yes: $52,370 against $49,280 nationally, 6% more.
How does Chicago compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $45,490, so Chicago pays 15% more.
Where does Chicago rank for word processor and typist pay?
18 of 82 metro areas with data.
How much does a word processor and typist make starting out in Chicago?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $85,440 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.