Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Illinois
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys in Illinois earn a median salary of $39,027 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -14.6% vs the national median of $45,680. An estimated 710 broadcast announcers and radio disc jockeys are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $34,400 to $46,970 depending on location.
$39,027
Avg median salary in Illinois
$46,970
Highest paying metro
$34,400
Lowest paying metro
710
Employed in Illinois
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Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL-IN | $46,970 | $34,360 | $73,320 | 610 |
| West Central Illinois | $35,710 | $30,810 | $53,060 | 50 |
| East Central Illinois | $34,400 | $29,260 | $38,470 | 50 |