Recreation Workers Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $31,200 -11.8% vs national
Median hourly $15.00
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $44,110
Employed locally 330
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $29,120
    50th (median)
    $31,200
    75th
    $36,540
    90th
    $44,110

    Top-paying metros for Recreation Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $54,990
    Fairbanks-College, AK $46,480
    District of Columbia $45,760
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $45,170
    College Station-Bryan, TX $45,110
    Rapid City, SD $44,150

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $29,710
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $29,360
    Animal Caretakers $29,290
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $31,050
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $31,500
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $42,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Northwest Illinois is $15.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.83 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Northwest Illinois is 11.8% below the national median of $35,380. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Recreation Workers in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,120.