Bill and Account Collectors Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $38,820 -15.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.66
10th percentile $35,740
90th percentile $55,850
Employed locally 110
National median $46,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,740
    25th
    $37,280
    50th (median)
    $38,820
    75th
    $45,930
    90th
    $55,850

    Top-paying metros for Bill and Account Collectors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $71,160
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $68,290
    Napa, CA $66,940
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $65,830
    Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area $64,290
    San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA $62,810

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $39,800
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $42,430
    Customer Service Representatives $40,000
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $45,210
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $62,400
    Receptionists and Information Clerks $35,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bill and Account Collectors make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Bill and Account Collectors in Northwest Illinois is $18.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.65 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Bill and Account Collectors salaries?

    The median Bill and Account Collectors salary in Northwest Illinois is 15.7% below the national median of $46,040. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Bill and Account Collectors in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Bill and Account Collectors (10th percentile) earn around $35,740 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,280.