Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $42,550 -5.7% vs national
Median hourly $20.46
10th percentile $31,290
90th percentile $76,460
Employed locally 430
National median $45,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,290
    25th
    $37,070
    50th (median)
    $42,550
    75th
    $56,170
    90th
    $76,460

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$50,130
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$52,320
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$60,200
    Rehabilitation Counselors$51,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$62,370
    Healthcare Social Workers$61,830

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Social and Human Service Assistants in Northwest Illinois is $20.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.38 or more per hour.

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

    The median Social and Human Service Assistants salary in Northwest Illinois is 5.7% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Social and Human Service Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $31,290 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,070.