Tellers Salary in Illinois
Tellers in Illinois earn a median of $38,670 a year, −10% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $38,670
- vs. U.S. median
- −10% ($43,030)
- Rank among states
- 33 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 16,960
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,670; the top 10% earn over $47,750. Nationally the range is $34,360 to $49,680.
States ranked near Illinois
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Tellers pay in Illinois
How much do tellers make in Illinois?
The median is $38,670 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,670 and the top 10% earn over $47,750. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for tellers?
On pay alone it ranks 33 of 51 (−10% vs. the national median of $43,030). Living costs are not included.