Labor Relations Specialists Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $73,630 -21.3% vs national
Median hourly $35.40
10th percentile $37,060
90th percentile $122,360
Employed locally 80
National median $93,500

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,060
    25th
    $62,340
    50th (median)
    $73,630
    75th
    $95,160
    90th
    $122,360

    Top-paying metros for Labor Relations Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $145,360
    Vallejo, CA $131,680
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $128,320
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,460
    District of Columbia $124,930
    Alaska $124,770

    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 Labor Relations Specialists make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Labor Relations Specialists in South Illinois is $35.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.04 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Labor Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Labor Relations Specialists salary in South Illinois is 21.3% below the national median of $93,500. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Labor Relations Specialists in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Labor Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,060 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,340.