Desktop Publishers Salary in Illinois
Desktop Publishers in Illinois earn a median of $61,350 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $61,350
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($55,290)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,480; the top 10% earn over $79,620. Nationally the range is $35,680 to $96,170.
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How much do desktop publishers make in Illinois?
The median is $61,350 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,480 and the top 10% earn over $79,620. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for desktop publishers?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 27 (+11% vs. the national median of $55,290). Living costs are not included.