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Property Appraisers and Assessors Salary in Illinois
Ranked #26 of 50 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of property appraisers and assessorss in Illinois earn between $36,320 and $119,430. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean property appraisers and assessors salary in Illinois is $70,380, about 7.1% below the U.S. average ($75,770). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $76,520 | $80,240 | 970 |
| Peoria, IL | $65,720 | $79,400 | 40 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $63,530 | $77,890 | 30 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $47,640 | $53,910 | — |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $47,050 | $52,300 | 120 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $46,130 | $50,340 | 110 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $45,610 | $47,350 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do property appraisers and assessors make in Illinois?
The median property appraisers and assessors salary in Illinois is $60,150 per year (mean $70,380), and about 80% earn between $36,320 and $119,430.
How much do property appraisers and assessors make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $34 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $70,380 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for property appraisers and assessors?
Illinois ranks #26 of 50 states for property appraisers and assessors pay. Its mean salary of $70,380 is about 7.1% below the U.S. average of $75,770.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay property appraisers and assessors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for property appraisers and assessors are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($76,520), Peoria, IL ($65,720), Champaign-Urbana, IL ($63,530), by median annual wage.