Counter and Rental Clerks Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $36,520 -5.2% vs national
Median hourly $17.56
10th percentile $29,900
90th percentile $57,840
Employed locally 230
National median $38,540

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,900
    25th
    $31,740
    50th (median)
    $36,520
    75th
    $47,800
    90th
    $57,840

    Top-paying metros for Counter and Rental Clerks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $49,130
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $48,550
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $47,710
    Washington $47,420
    Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area $47,350
    Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area $47,060

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers$29,600
    Retail Salespersons$31,040
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$61,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers$39,360
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel$57,960
    Insurance Sales Agents$48,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Counter and Rental Clerks make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Counter and Rental Clerks in East Central Illinois is $17.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.76 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Counter and Rental Clerks salaries?

    The median Counter and Rental Clerks salary in East Central Illinois is 5.2% below the national median of $38,540. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Counter and Rental Clerks in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Counter and Rental Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $29,900 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,740.