Residential Advisors Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $38,060 -2.9% vs national
Median hourly $18.30
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $61,490
Employed locally 50
National median $39,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $34,280
    50th (median)
    $38,060
    75th
    $56,980
    90th
    $61,490

    Top-paying metros for Residential Advisors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $55,310
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $55,120
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $53,840
    Salinas, CA $53,590
    Missoula, MT $53,250
    Maryland nonmetropolitan area $52,750

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$29,710
    Recreation Workers$31,200
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    Animal Caretakers$29,290
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$31,050
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$31,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Residential Advisors make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Residential Advisors in Northwest Illinois is $18.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.88 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Residential Advisors salaries?

    The median Residential Advisors salary in Northwest Illinois is 2.9% below the national median of $39,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Residential Advisors in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Residential Advisors (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,280.