SOC 53-3054 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Taxi Drivers in Illinois is $38,045 per year ($18.29/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $36,234. The middle 50% earn between $32,891 and $42,654 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $65,018.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $13.78 | $28,654 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $15.81 | $32,891 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $18.29 | $38,045 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $20.51 | $42,654 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $31.26 | $65,018 | +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 Taxi Drivers in Illinois is approximately $38,045, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $36,234.
Entry-level Taxi Drivers (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $28,654 per year. The 25th percentile is $32,891. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $65,018.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $36,234 vs $38,045 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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