Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $35,820 +2.6% vs national
Median hourly $17.22
10th percentile $30,680
90th percentile $40,930
Employed locally 1,280
National median $34,900

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,680
    25th
    $32,570
    50th (median)
    $35,820
    75th
    $37,680
    90th
    $40,930

    Top-paying metros for Home Health and Personal Care Aides

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Grants Pass, OR $53,120
    Longview-Kelso, WA $47,100
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $46,690
    Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA $46,350
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $46,260
    Walla Walla, WA $46,140

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $38,500
    Dental Assistants $45,850
    Medical Assistants $37,460
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $36,380
    Phlebotomists $38,620
    Physical Therapist Assistants $62,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Home Health and Personal Care Aides make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Northwest Illinois is $17.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.37 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Home Health and Personal Care Aides salaries?

    The median Home Health and Personal Care Aides salary in Northwest Illinois is 2.6% above the national median of $34,900. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Home Health and Personal Care Aides (10th percentile) earn around $30,680 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,570.