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Healthcare Social Workers Salary in Illinois
Ranked #26 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of healthcare social workerss in Illinois earn between $47,290 and $96,970. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean healthcare social workers salary in Illinois is $68,190, about 5% below the U.S. average ($71,790). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, IL | $78,960 | $72,300 | 40 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $71,430 | $71,450 | 3,770 |
| Springfield, IL | $63,370 | $65,340 | 70 |
| Rockford, IL | $63,070 | $64,970 | 160 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $62,880 | $59,740 | 60 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $62,860 | $66,700 | 140 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $61,280 | $60,480 | 100 |
| Peoria, IL | $59,210 | $59,510 | 150 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do healthcare social workers make in Illinois?
The median healthcare social workers salary in Illinois is $64,270 per year (mean $68,190), and about 80% earn between $47,290 and $96,970.
How much do healthcare social workers make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,190 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for healthcare social workers?
Illinois ranks #26 of 51 states for healthcare social workers pay. Its mean salary of $68,190 is about 5% below the U.S. average of $71,790.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay healthcare social workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for healthcare social workers are Bloomington, IL ($78,960), Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($71,430), Springfield, IL ($63,370), by median annual wage.