Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Illinois
Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Illinois earn a median salary of $42,377 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +9.2% vs the national median of $38,820. An estimated 670 umpires, referees, and other sports officials are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $29,270 to $51,210 depending on location.
$42,377
Avg median salary in Illinois
$51,210
Highest paying metro
$29,270
Lowest paying metro
670
Employed in Illinois
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Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL-IN | $51,210 | $31,960 | $78,940 | 580 |
| West Central Illinois | $46,650 | $29,120 | $54,130 | 50 |
| South Illinois | $29,270 | $29,270 | $46,380 | 40 |