Financial Examiners Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $93,630 +3.6% vs national
Median hourly $45.01
10th percentile $49,990
90th percentile $207,080
Employed locally 40
National median $90,400

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,990
    25th
    $75,630
    50th (median)
    $93,630
    75th
    $166,400
    90th
    $207,080

    Top-paying metros for Financial Examiners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $194,810
    District of Columbia $177,550
    Charleston-North Charleston, SC $158,960
    Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area $142,760
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $139,790
    Connecticut $132,320

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $64,250
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $74,370
    Human Resources Specialists $64,190
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $65,780
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $55,560
    Loan Officers $76,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Financial Examiners make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Financial Examiners in Northwest Illinois is $45.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $98.41 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Financial Examiners salaries?

    The median Financial Examiners salary in Northwest Illinois is 3.6% above the national median of $90,400. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Financial Examiners in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Financial Examiners (10th percentile) earn around $49,990 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,630.