Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,220 | $55,733 | +6% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.47 | $26.79 | +6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $59,220.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $59,451 | $36,750 | $126,000 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Real Estate Agent in Illinois is $59,220, or about $28.47 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Real Estate Agents is $55,733. Illinois is +6% above the national median.
Entry-level real estate agents in Illinois typically earn from $36,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 6,030 real estate agent jobs on record and a median salary of $59,220, Illinois offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.