Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,560 | $51,589 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.83 | $24.80 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $49,560.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in Illinois is $49,560, or about $23.83 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. Illinois is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 51,470 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $49,560, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.