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Community Health Workers Salary in Illinois
Ranked #34 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of community health workerss in Illinois earn between $39,040 and $65,540. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean community health workers salary in Illinois is $51,690, about 8% below the U.S. average ($56,180). That works out to roughly $25/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, IL | $50,710 | $52,560 | 50 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $49,750 | $53,450 | 1,430 |
| Decatur, IL | $49,630 | $45,800 | 70 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $47,110 | $46,690 | 50 |
| Rockford, IL | $46,810 | $53,280 | 30 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $45,790 | $46,910 | 80 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $44,810 | $48,410 | 90 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $39,040 | $45,170 | 140 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do community health workers make in Illinois?
The median community health workers salary in Illinois is $49,240 per year (mean $51,690), and about 80% earn between $39,040 and $65,540.
How much do community health workers make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $25 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $51,690 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for community health workers?
Illinois ranks #34 of 51 states for community health workers pay. Its mean salary of $51,690 is about 8% below the U.S. average of $56,180.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay community health workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for community health workers are Peoria, IL ($50,710), Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($49,750), Decatur, IL ($49,630), by median annual wage.