SOC 43-6012 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Illinois is $56,850 per year ($27.33/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $54,142. The middle 50% earn between $44,859 and $75,697 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $92,056.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $17.93 | $37,303 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $21.57 | $44,859 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $27.33 | $56,850 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $36.39 | $75,697 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $44.26 | $92,056 | +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 Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Illinois is approximately $56,850, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $54,142.
Entry-level Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $37,303 per year. The 25th percentile is $44,859. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $92,056.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $54,142 vs $56,850 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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