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Residential Advisors Salary in Illinois
Ranked #19 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of residential advisorss in Illinois earn between $35,090 and $58,790. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean residential advisors salary in Illinois is $44,630, about 1.5% above the U.S. average ($43,990). That works out to roughly $21/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, IL | $51,680 | $48,920 | 40 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $51,400 | $48,380 | 80 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $44,320 | $44,260 | 1,730 |
| Peoria, IL | $43,290 | $45,380 | 70 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $42,870 | $45,040 | 80 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $42,610 | $46,200 | 60 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $42,430 | $46,320 | 210 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $42,400 | $44,410 | 160 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do residential advisors make in Illinois?
The median residential advisors salary in Illinois is $44,130 per year (mean $44,630), and about 80% earn between $35,090 and $58,790.
How much do residential advisors make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $21 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $44,630 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for residential advisors?
Illinois ranks #19 of 51 states for residential advisors pay. Its mean salary of $44,630 is about 1.5% above the U.S. average of $43,990.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay residential advisors the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for residential advisors are Bloomington, IL ($51,680), Champaign-Urbana, IL ($51,400), Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($44,320), by median annual wage.