Postmasters and Mail Superintendents Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $89,770 -3.2% vs national
Median hourly $43.16
10th percentile $79,500
90th percentile $96,930
Employed locally 50
National median $92,730

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $79,500
    25th
    $86,320
    50th (median)
    $89,770
    75th
    $92,330
    90th
    $96,930

    Top-paying metros for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $108,240
    Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL $106,490
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $103,830
    San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $101,670
    Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI $100,860
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $100,460

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $79,630
    Medical and Health Services Managers $101,240
    Financial Managers $103,590
    Food Service Managers $54,560
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $92,320
    Education Administrators, Postsecondary $102,230

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Postmasters and Mail Superintendents make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents in South Illinois is $43.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.93 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents salaries?

    The median Postmasters and Mail Superintendents salary in South Illinois is 3.2% below the national median of $92,730. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Postmasters and Mail Superintendents (10th percentile) earn around $79,500 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $86,320.