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Curators Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Curators make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$63,060
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.6% vs 2024
$68,940
Mean Salary
$63,060
Median Salary
$30.32
Hourly Rate
410 people work as Curators in Illinois
Curators salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Curators in Illinois earn a median salary of $63,060 per year ($5,255/month).
This is 0.1% above the national average of $63,010.
Illinois ranks #20 out of 49 states for Curators pay.
Approximately 410 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 3.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Curators
Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Writing
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.57
History and Archeology
4.52
Fine Arts
3.76
Administration and Management
3.33
Sociology and Anthropology
3.3
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(44.0% of workers)
Salaries for Curators in Illinois range from $36,490 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $107,990 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $48,320 and $80,410.
Median $63,060
P10: $36,490P25: $48,320P75: $80,410P90: $107,990
10th
$36,490
25th
$48,320
Median
$63,060
75th
$80,410
90th
$107,990
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$36,490
$17.54
$3,040
25th Percentile
$48,320
$23.23
$4,026
Median (50th)
$63,060
$30.32
$5,255
75th Percentile
$80,410
$38.66
$6,700
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$107,990
$51.92
$8,999
Note: The mean (average) salary of $68,940 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Curators in Illinois is $63,060 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $68,940.
What is the salary range for a Curators in Illinois?
Salaries for Curators in Illinois range from $36,490 at the 10th percentile to $107,990 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $48,320 and $80,410.
What is the starting salary for a Curators in Illinois?
Entry-level Curators positions in Illinois typically start around $36,490 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $48,320 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Curators in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 410 people are employed as Curators in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Curators in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Curators in Illinois is approximately $30.32 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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