Cashiers Salary in Illinois
Cashiers in Illinois earn a median of $34,490 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $34,490
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($32,880)
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 139,630
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200; the top 10% earn over $38,480. Nationally the range is $24,530 to $40,410.
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How much do cashiers make in Illinois?
The median is $34,490 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200 and the top 10% earn over $38,480. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for cashiers?
On pay alone it ranks 17 of 51 (+5% vs. the national median of $32,880). Living costs are not included.