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Childcare Workers Salary in Illinois
Ranked #15 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of childcare workerss in Illinois earn between $31,200 and $44,980. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean childcare workers salary in Illinois is $36,560, about 4.4% above the U.S. average ($35,030). That works out to roughly $18/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $36,610 | $37,220 | 17,540 |
| Springfield, IL | $35,170 | $35,130 | 380 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $34,990 | $35,060 | 530 |
| Decatur, IL | $34,740 | $35,350 | 100 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $33,910 | $34,840 | 540 |
| Rockford, IL | $33,560 | $34,280 | 500 |
| Peoria, IL | $33,340 | $34,030 | 600 |
| Bloomington, IL | $33,140 | $34,430 | 520 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do childcare workers make in Illinois?
The median childcare workers salary in Illinois is $35,830 per year (mean $36,560), and about 80% earn between $31,200 and $44,980.
How much do childcare workers make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $18 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $36,560 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for childcare workers?
Illinois ranks #15 of 51 states for childcare workers pay. Its mean salary of $36,560 is about 4.4% above the U.S. average of $35,030.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay childcare workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for childcare workers are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($36,610), Springfield, IL ($35,170), Champaign-Urbana, IL ($34,990), by median annual wage.