Counter and Rental Clerks Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $39,400 +2.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.94
10th percentile $30,100
90th percentile $55,850
Employed locally 270
National median $38,540

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,100
    25th
    $32,990
    50th (median)
    $39,400
    75th
    $49,840
    90th
    $55,850

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $29,570
    Retail Salespersons $31,670
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $66,670
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $44,030
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $53,230
    Parts Salespersons $36,610

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Counter and Rental Clerks in Northwest Illinois is $18.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.32 or more per hour.

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

    The median Counter and Rental Clerks salary in Northwest Illinois is 2.2% above 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Counter and Rental Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $30,100 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,990.