Animal Trainers Salary in Illinois
Animal Trainers in Illinois earn a median of $45,830 a year, +15% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $45,830
- vs. U.S. median
- +15% ($39,990)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 680
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,570; the top 10% earn over $72,810. Nationally the range is $29,600 to $75,490.
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Animal Trainers pay in Illinois
How much do animal trainers make in Illinois?
The median is $45,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,570 and the top 10% earn over $72,810. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for animal trainers?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 47 (+15% vs. the national median of $39,990). Living costs are not included.