Childcare Workers Salary in Illinois
Childcare Workers in Illinois earn a median of $35,830 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $35,830
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 23,900
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200; the top 10% earn over $44,980. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near Illinois
Similar jobs in Illinois
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$40,910 median in Illinois
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$62,580 median in Illinois
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$64,020 median in Illinois
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$77,950 median in Illinois
- Residential Advisors$44,130 median in Illinois
- Nannies$35,830 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
Childcare Workers pay in Illinois
How much do childcare workers make in Illinois?
The median is $35,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200 and the top 10% earn over $44,980. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for childcare workers?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 51 (+2% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.