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Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Illinois
Ranked #10 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of social and human service assistantss in Illinois earn between $35,030 and $72,780. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean social and human service assistants salary in Illinois is $50,460, about 5.8% above the U.S. average ($47,690). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, IL | $51,680 | $56,280 | 600 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $47,990 | $54,860 | 880 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $47,180 | $50,290 | 16,080 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $46,810 | $51,400 | 620 |
| Decatur, IL | $45,040 | $53,060 | 270 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $45,020 | $50,220 | 400 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $44,730 | $48,900 | 480 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $44,640 | $46,130 | 290 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do social and human service assistants make in Illinois?
The median social and human service assistants salary in Illinois is $46,950 per year (mean $50,460), and about 80% earn between $35,030 and $72,780.
How much do social and human service assistants make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $50,460 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for social and human service assistants?
Illinois ranks #10 of 51 states for social and human service assistants pay. Its mean salary of $50,460 is about 5.8% above the U.S. average of $47,690.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay social and human service assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for social and human service assistants are Springfield, IL ($51,680), West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area ($47,990), Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($47,180), by median annual wage.