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Tellers Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Tellers make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$38,670
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.5% vs 2024
$41,010
Mean Salary
$38,670
Median Salary
$18.59
Hourly Rate
16,960 people work as Tellers in Illinois
Tellers salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Tellers in Illinois earn a median salary of $38,670 per year ($3,222/month).
This is 6.8% below the national average of $41,471.
Illinois ranks #33 out of 51 states for Tellers pay.
Approximately 16,960 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 0.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Tellers
Receive and pay out money. Keep records of money and negotiable instruments involved in a financial institution's various transactions.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.5
Speaking
3.25
Reading Comprehension
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.12
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
3.88
English Language
3.63
Mathematics
3.47
Economics and Accounting
3.11
Public Safety and Security
3.0
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(73.0% of workers)
Salaries for Tellers in Illinois range from $34,670 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $47,750 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $36,330 and $45,140.
Median $38,670
P10: $34,670P25: $36,330P75: $45,140P90: $47,750
10th
$34,670
25th
$36,330
Median
$38,670
75th
$45,140
90th
$47,750
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,670
$16.67
$2,889
25th Percentile
$36,330
$17.47
$3,027
Median (50th)
$38,670
$18.59
$3,222
75th Percentile
$45,140
$21.70
$3,761
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$47,750
$22.96
$3,979
Note: The mean (average) salary of $41,010 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Tellers in Illinois is $38,670 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $41,010.
What is the salary range for a Tellers in Illinois?
Salaries for Tellers in Illinois range from $34,670 at the 10th percentile to $47,750 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $36,330 and $45,140.
What is the starting salary for a Tellers in Illinois?
Entry-level Tellers positions in Illinois typically start around $34,670 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $36,330 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Tellers in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 16,960 people are employed as Tellers in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Tellers in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Tellers in Illinois is approximately $18.59 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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