Advertisement
Helpers--Production Workers average salary by city in Illinois
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur | $50,680 | $44,960 | $38,990 | $40,534 | 88 |
| Peoria | $50,300 | $47,250 | $39,710 | $40,247 | 91 |
| Champaign | $44,410 | $43,980 | $42,290 | $35,806 | 93 |
| Rockford | $43,880 | $41,240 | $33,950 | $35,407 | 92 |
| Chicago | $43,210 | $41,480 | $39,340 | $34,901 | 104 |
| Springfield | $41,550 | $38,340 | $31,890 | $33,650 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Helpers--Production Workers salary in other states
More about pay in Illinois
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 51-9198.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
Read the full methodology. Spotted an error? Tell us.