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Photographers average salary by city in Illinois
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $52,040 | $36,810 | $34,520 | $41,559 | 104 |
| Rockford | $41,290 | $36,360 | $31,200 | $33,454 | 92 |
| Peoria | $40,880 | $35,510 | $31,200 | $33,145 | 91 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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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 27-4021.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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