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Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$36,380
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.2% vs 2024
$38,960
Mean Salary
$36,380
Median Salary
$17.49
Hourly Rate
26,150 people work as Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois earn a median salary of $36,380 per year ($3,031/month).
This is 4.9% above the national average of $34,694.
Illinois ranks #17 out of 51 states for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners pay.
Approximately 26,150 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 2.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as hotels and hospitals, in a clean and orderly manner. Duties may include making beds, replenishing linens, cleaning rooms and halls, and vacuuming.
Top Skills
Service Orientation
3.12
Coordination
3.0
Time Management
3.0
Social Perceptiveness
2.88
Active Listening
2.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.04
English Language
3.22
Public Safety and Security
3.18
Administration and Management
2.91
Chemistry
2.45
Typical Education: Less than a High School Diploma
(44.6% of workers)
Salary Range: Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois
Salaries for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois range from $31,200 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $49,910 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,590 and $43,150.
Median $36,380
P10: $31,200P25: $34,590P75: $43,150P90: $49,910
10th
$31,200
25th
$34,590
Median
$36,380
75th
$43,150
90th
$49,910
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,200
$15.00
$2,600
25th Percentile
$34,590
$16.63
$2,882
Median (50th)
$36,380
$17.49
$3,031
75th Percentile
$43,150
$20.75
$3,595
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$49,910
$24.00
$4,159
Note: The mean (average) salary of $38,960 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois is $36,380 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $38,960.
What is the salary range for a Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois?
Salaries for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois range from $31,200 at the 10th percentile to $49,910 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $34,590 and $43,150.
What is the starting salary for a Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois?
Entry-level Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners positions in Illinois typically start around $31,200 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $34,590 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 26,150 people are employed as Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Illinois is approximately $17.49 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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