Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $47,370 -20.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.77
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $60,850
Employed locally 40
National median $59,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $38,300
    50th (median)
    $47,370
    75th
    $56,230
    90th
    $60,850

    Top-paying metros for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Portland-South Portland, ME $127,160
    Maine $127,160
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $81,120
    Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA $80,370
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $79,770
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $79,070

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $64,250
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $74,370
    Human Resources Specialists $64,190
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $65,780
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $55,560
    Loan Officers $76,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Northwest Illinois is $22.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.25 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salaries?

    The median Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salary in Northwest Illinois is 20.3% below the national median of $59,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,300.