Tapers Salary in Illinois
Tapers in Illinois earn a median of $113,180 a year, +66% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $113,180
- vs. U.S. median
- +66% ($68,270)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,230; the top 10% earn over $116,500. Nationally the range is $43,670 to $107,110.
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Tapers pay in Illinois
How much do tapers make in Illinois?
The median is $113,180 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,230 and the top 10% earn over $116,500. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for tapers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 27 (+66% vs. the national median of $68,270). Living costs are not included.