Financial Examiners Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $84,450 -6.6% vs national
Median hourly $40.60
10th percentile $49,620
90th percentile $175,410
Employed locally 30
National median $90,400

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,620
    25th
    $56,350
    50th (median)
    $84,450
    75th
    $124,990
    90th
    $175,410

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $62,820
    Accountants and Auditors $66,120
    Human Resources Specialists $61,550
    Loan Officers $67,530
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $62,850
    Management Analysts $103,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Financial Examiners in South Illinois is $40.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $68.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Financial Examiners salary in South Illinois is 6.6% below 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Financial Examiners (10th percentile) earn around $49,620 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,350.