SOC 43-5051 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Postal Service Clerks in Illinois is $64,712 per year ($31.11/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $61,630. The middle 50% earn between $58,182 and $77,750 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $77,750.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $21.50 | $44,728 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $27.97 | $58,182 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $31.11 | $64,712 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $37.38 | $77,750 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $37.38 | $77,750 | +5.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Postal Service Clerks in Illinois is approximately $64,712, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $61,630.
Entry-level Postal Service Clerks (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $44,728 per year. The 25th percentile is $58,182. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $77,750.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $61,630 vs $64,712 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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