Bill and Account Collectors Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $45,660 -0.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.95
10th percentile $32,910
90th percentile $64,990
Employed locally 50
National median $46,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,910
    25th
    $36,620
    50th (median)
    $45,660
    75th
    $49,970
    90th
    $64,990

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $40,770
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $36,850
    Customer Service Representatives $38,430
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $44,780
    Tellers $36,630
    Receptionists and Information Clerks $35,780

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bill and Account Collectors in South Illinois is $21.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.97 or more per hour.

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

    The median Bill and Account Collectors salary in South Illinois is 0.8% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Bill and Account Collectors (10th percentile) earn around $32,910 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,620.