Amusement and Recreation Attendants Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $29,360 -3.7% vs national
Median hourly $14.12
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $34,910
Employed locally 250
National median $30,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $29,120
    50th (median)
    $29,360
    75th
    $32,560
    90th
    $34,910

    Top-paying metros for Amusement and Recreation Attendants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $45,980
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $42,550
    Alaska $40,970
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $40,810
    Anchorage, AK $40,610
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $40,360

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $29,710
    Recreation Workers $31,200
    Animal Caretakers $29,290
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $31,050
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $31,500
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $42,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Amusement and Recreation Attendants make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Amusement and Recreation Attendants in Northwest Illinois is $14.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.03 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Amusement and Recreation Attendants salaries?

    The median Amusement and Recreation Attendants salary in Northwest Illinois is 3.7% below the national median of $30,490. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Amusement and Recreation Attendants in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Amusement and Recreation Attendants (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,120.