Receptionists and Information Clerks Salary in West Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $34,210 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.45
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $45,860
Employed locally 990
National median $37,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $29,360
    50th (median)
    $34,210
    75th
    $37,920
    90th
    $45,860

    Top-paying metros for Receptionists and Information Clerks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $48,060
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $45,710
    Vallejo, CA $45,580
    Napa, CA $45,440
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $45,430
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $45,300

    Related occupations in West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $38,670
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $39,400
    Customer Service Representatives $40,290
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $45,100
    Tellers $35,820
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $60,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Receptionists and Information Clerks make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Receptionists and Information Clerks in West Central Illinois is $16.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.16 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Receptionists and Information Clerks salaries?

    The median Receptionists and Information Clerks salary in West Central Illinois is 8.1% below the national median of $37,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Receptionists and Information Clerks in West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Receptionists and Information Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,360.