Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $40,630 -26.1% vs national
Median hourly $19.53
10th percentile $29,960
90th percentile $67,370
Employed locally 40
National median $54,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,960
    25th
    $37,500
    50th (median)
    $40,630
    75th
    $50,490
    90th
    $67,370

    Top-paying metros for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $93,470
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $87,560
    Anchorage, AK $84,680
    Vallejo, CA $84,330
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $79,970
    Bend, OR $78,570

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lawyers $97,540
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $46,760
    Legal Support Workers, All Other $29,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers in South Illinois is $19.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.34 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers salaries?

    The median Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers salary in South Illinois is 26.1% below the national median of $54,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers (10th percentile) earn around $29,960 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,500.