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Pharmacy Aides Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Pharmacy Aides make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$37,010
Median Annual Salary
▼
-0.2% vs 2024
$37,760
Mean Salary
$37,010
Median Salary
$17.79
Hourly Rate
1,180 people work as Pharmacy Aides in Illinois
Pharmacy Aides salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Pharmacy Aides in Illinois earn a median salary of $37,010 per year ($3,084/month).
This is 1.5% below the national average of $37,583.
Illinois ranks #25 out of 48 states for Pharmacy Aides pay.
Approximately 1,180 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries decreased by 0.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Pharmacy Aides
Record drugs delivered to the pharmacy, store incoming merchandise, and inform the supervisor of stock needs. May operate cash register and accept prescriptions for filling.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.5
Speaking
3.38
Service Orientation
3.38
Reading Comprehension
3.25
Social Perceptiveness
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.77
English Language
3.36
Administrative
3.08
Sales and Marketing
3.03
Law and Government
2.93
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(18.2% of workers)
Salaries for Pharmacy Aides in Illinois range from $34,640 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $39,420 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,610 and $37,960.
Median $37,010
P10: $34,640P25: $35,610P75: $37,960P90: $39,420
10th
$34,640
25th
$35,610
Median
$37,010
75th
$37,960
90th
$39,420
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,640
$16.65
$2,886
25th Percentile
$35,610
$17.12
$2,967
Median (50th)
$37,010
$17.79
$3,084
75th Percentile
$37,960
$18.25
$3,163
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$39,420
$18.95
$3,285
Note: The mean (average) salary of $37,760 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Pharmacy Aides in Illinois is $37,010 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $37,760.
What is the salary range for a Pharmacy Aides in Illinois?
Salaries for Pharmacy Aides in Illinois range from $34,640 at the 10th percentile to $39,420 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,610 and $37,960.
What is the starting salary for a Pharmacy Aides in Illinois?
Entry-level Pharmacy Aides positions in Illinois typically start around $34,640 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,610 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Pharmacy Aides in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,180 people are employed as Pharmacy Aides in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Pharmacy Aides in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Pharmacy Aides in Illinois is approximately $17.79 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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