Residential Advisors Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $39,440 +0.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.96
10th percentile $34,280
90th percentile $46,550
Employed locally 110
National median $39,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,280
    25th
    $35,240
    50th (median)
    $39,440
    75th
    $46,550
    90th
    $46,550

    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

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $30,520
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $29,120
    Recreation Workers $32,510
    Animal Caretakers $29,570
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $47,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $35,370

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Residential Advisors in South Illinois is $18.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Residential Advisors salary in South Illinois is 0.7% above 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Residential Advisors (10th percentile) earn around $34,280 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,240.