Postal Service Mail Carriers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $53,670 -6.6% vs national
Median hourly $25.81
10th percentile $41,250
90th percentile $78,460
Employed locally 570
National median $57,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,250
    25th
    $42,390
    50th (median)
    $53,670
    75th
    $72,800
    90th
    $78,460

    Top-paying metros for Postal Service Mail Carriers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Victoria, TX $65,490
    Fargo, ND-MN $64,540
    Napa, CA $64,540
    Lincoln, NE $64,540
    Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA $64,540
    Lawrence, KS $64,500

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General$41,090
    Customer Service Representatives$38,280
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive$41,050
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks$45,420
    Receptionists and Information Clerks$35,890
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers$63,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Postal Service Mail Carriers make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Postal Service Mail Carriers in East Central Illinois is $25.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.96 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Postal Service Mail Carriers salaries?

    The median Postal Service Mail Carriers salary in East Central Illinois is 6.6% below the national median of $57,490. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Postal Service Mail Carriers in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Postal Service Mail Carriers (10th percentile) earn around $41,250 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,390.