Bakers Salary in Illinois
Bakers in Illinois earn a median of $37,030 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $37,030
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($37,160)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,420
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200; the top 10% earn over $47,290. Nationally the range is $28,120 to $49,020.
States ranked near Illinois
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- Cooks, Restaurant$37,580 median in Illinois
- Butchers and Meat Cutters$39,240 median in Illinois
- Food Cooking Machine Operators and Tenders$42,670 median in Illinois
- Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria$37,440 median in Illinois
- Slaughterers and Meat Packers$44,950 median in Illinois
- Cooks, Fast Food$34,960 median in Illinois
Bakers pay in Illinois
How much do bakers make in Illinois?
The median is $37,030 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200 and the top 10% earn over $47,290. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for bakers?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 51 (0% vs. the national median of $37,160). Living costs are not included.