Loan Officers Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $67,530 -9% vs national
Median hourly $32.47
10th percentile $48,070
90th percentile $123,760
Employed locally 390
National median $74,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,070
    25th
    $57,180
    50th (median)
    $67,530
    75th
    $96,950
    90th
    $123,760

    Top-paying metros for Loan Officers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Elmira, NY $106,430
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $102,540
    District of Columbia $102,200
    New York $98,940
    Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $97,410
    Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA $97,000

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $62,820
    Accountants and Auditors $66,120
    Human Resources Specialists $61,550
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $62,850
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $50,010
    Management Analysts $103,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Loan Officers make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Loan Officers in South Illinois is $32.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.71 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Loan Officers salaries?

    The median Loan Officers salary in South Illinois is 9% below the national median of $74,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Loan Officers in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Loan Officers (10th percentile) earn around $48,070 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,180.