Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $42,850 -5% vs national
Median hourly $20.60
10th percentile $31,660
90th percentile $68,940
Employed locally 480
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,660
    25th
    $34,110
    50th (median)
    $42,850
    75th
    $54,540
    90th
    $68,940

    Top-paying metros for Social and Human Service Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area $60,230
    Amherst Town-Northampton, MA $59,900
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $59,230
    Modesto, CA $57,330
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $57,220
    District of Columbia $57,210

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$54,080
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$47,830
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$57,120
    Rehabilitation Counselors$50,300
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$79,190
    Social Workers, All Other$61,590

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Social and Human Service Assistants make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in East Central Illinois is $20.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.92 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Social and Human Service Assistants salaries?

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in East Central Illinois is 5% below the national median of $45,120. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Social and Human Service Assistants in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $31,660 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,110.