Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,090 | $44,846 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.16 | $21.56 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $46,090.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Medical Assistant in Illinois is $46,090, or about $22.16 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Medical Assistants is $44,846. Illinois is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level medical assistants in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 20,260 medical assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $46,090, Illinois offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.