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Accountants and Auditors Salary in Illinois
Ranked #22 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of accountants and auditorss in Illinois earn between $54,510 and $131,990. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean accountants and auditors salary in Illinois is $88,910, about 6.2% below the U.S. average ($94,750). That works out to roughly $43/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, IL | $86,440 | $93,010 | 1,600 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $82,360 | $91,990 | 41,360 |
| Peoria, IL | $79,540 | $88,350 | 1,350 |
| Decatur, IL | $76,720 | $80,960 | 260 |
| Bloomington, IL | $76,510 | $80,240 | 750 |
| Rockford, IL | $75,260 | $79,430 | 850 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $73,400 | $75,180 | 670 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $71,970 | $74,770 | 820 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do accountants and auditors make in Illinois?
The median accountants and auditors salary in Illinois is $80,230 per year (mean $88,910), and about 80% earn between $54,510 and $131,990.
How much do accountants and auditors make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $43 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $88,910 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for accountants and auditors?
Illinois ranks #22 of 51 states for accountants and auditors pay. Its mean salary of $88,910 is about 6.2% below the U.S. average of $94,750.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay accountants and auditors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for accountants and auditors are Springfield, IL ($86,440), Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($82,360), Peoria, IL ($79,540), by median annual wage.