Legislators Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Illinois
Legislators in Illinois earn a median salary of $71,617 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +59.8% vs the national median of $44,810. An estimated 100 legislators are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $36,560 to $137,740 depending on location.
$71,617
Avg median salary in Illinois
$137,740
Highest paying metro
$36,560
Lowest paying metro
100
Employed in Illinois
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Legislators salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champaign, IL | $137,740 | $47,820 | $137,740 | 50 |
| Rockford, IL | $40,550 | $29,120 | $61,040 | 50 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $36,560 | $29,120 | $72,470 | — |