Salaries in Champaign-Urbana, IL metro area
Typical pay for 320 jobs in the Champaign-Urbana, IL metro area. The median for all workers is $50,700 a year ($24.38 an hour). Click a job for its full pay range.
Median pay, all jobs
$50,700
Median hourly
$24.38
Workers
105,500
vs U.S. median
-1%
Highest paying jobs in Champaign-Urbana, IL
| Job | Median salary | Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $423,260 | 480 |
| Chief Executive | $310,740 | 70 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $282,430 | 70 |
| Radiologist | $239,200+ | 70 |
| Dentists, General | $174,010 | 80 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $148,250 | 100 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $140,480 | 460 |
| Physician Assistant | $139,950 | 120 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $139,810 | 210 |
| Pharmacist | $139,270 | 220 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $137,100 | 420 |
| Lawyer | $129,990 | 250 |
| Financial Manager | $127,680 | 660 |
| Managers, All Other | $126,110 | 280 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $124,830 | 400 |
Most common jobs in Champaign-Urbana, IL
| Job | Workers | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 3,520 | $90,230 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 2,890 | $31,300 |
| Cashier | 2,500 | $32,130 |
| Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary | 2,480 | $50,110 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 2,310 | $39,000 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,260 | $96,610 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,180 | $48,800 |
| Retail Salesperson | 2,180 | $33,870 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,060 | $35,400 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 1,960 | $41,970 |
| Nursing Assistant | 1,560 | $39,890 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,500 | $31,200 |
| Customer Service Representative | 1,480 | $41,280 |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | 1,290 | $55,260 |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators | 1,260 | $42,730 |
Compare with statewide pay: salaries in Illinois.
All 320 jobs by category
Management Occupations (25)Business and Financial Operations Occupations (23)Computer and Mathematical Occupations (15)Architecture and Engineering Occupations (8)Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations (16)Community and Social Service Occupations (9)Legal Occupations (3)Educational Instruction and Library Occupations (19)Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations (10)Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (31)Healthcare Support Occupations (10)Protective Service Occupations (9)Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations (14)Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations (7)Personal Care and Service Occupations (10)Sales and Related Occupations (13)Office and Administrative Support Occupations (31)Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations (3)Construction and Extraction Occupations (14)Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (12)Production Occupations (22)Transportation and Material Moving Occupations (16)
Management Occupations
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Research Scientists | $94,700 | $45.53 | 50 |
| Computer Network Architect | $111,780 | $53.74 | 150 |
| Computer Network Support Specialist | $66,260 | $31.86 | 300 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $78,100 | $37.55 | 130 |
| Computer Programmer | $89,380 | $42.97 | 110 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $86,690 | $41.68 | 320 |
| Computer User Support Specialist | $57,720 | $27.75 | 350 |
| Data Scientist | $91,760 | $44.11 | 140 |
| Database Administrator | $114,630 | $55.11 | 50 |
| Information Security Analyst | $95,220 | $45.78 | 100 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $85,080 | $40.91 | 180 |
| Software Developer | $106,080 | $51.00 | 670 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $86,130 | $41.41 | 80 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $69,320 | $33.33 | 30 |
| Web Developer | $85,880 | $41.29 | 70 |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $81,110 | $38.99 | 80 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $51,920 | $24.96 | 30 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $76,750 | $36.90 | 60 |
| Civil Engineer | $98,910 | $47.55 | 230 |
| Electrical Engineer | $95,790 | $46.06 | 110 |
| Engineers, All Other | $83,230 | $40.02 | 110 |
| Industrial Engineer | $82,390 | $39.61 | 200 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $101,090 | $48.60 | 150 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Technician | $63,080 | $30.33 | 70 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $70,870 | $34.07 | 140 |
| Biological Technician | $64,270 | $30.90 | 80 |
| Chemist | $67,310 | $32.36 | 80 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $75,520 | $36.31 | 130 |
| Conservation Scientist | $64,470 | $30.99 | 40 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $51,570 | $24.79 | 70 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $65,360 | $31.42 | 90 |
| Hydrologic Technician | $54,200 | $26.06 | 30 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $85,030 | $40.88 | 60 |
| Microbiologist | $66,560 | $32.00 | 60 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $82,750 | $39.78 | 70 |
| School Psychologist | $76,460 | $36.76 | 60 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $102,110 | $49.09 | 40 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $64,460 | $30.99 | 90 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $81,840 | $39.35 | 50 |
Community and Social Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child, Family, and School Social Workers | $60,360 | $29.02 | 400 |
| Clergy | $62,540 | $30.07 | 40 |
| Community Health Worker | $39,040 | $18.77 | 140 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $58,230 | $27.99 | 620 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $62,860 | $30.22 | 140 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $50,390 | $24.23 | 70 |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | $44,640 | $21.46 | 290 |
| Social Workers, All Other | $60,870 | $29.26 | 30 |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | $68,300 | $32.84 | 310 |
Legal Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $129,990 | $62.50 | 250 |
| Legal Support Workers, All Other | $65,490 | $31.49 | 50 |
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | $58,580 | $28.16 | 100 |
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio and Video Technicians | $66,930 | $32.18 | 40 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $66,150 | — | 230 |
| Editor | $62,030 | $29.82 | 100 |
| Floral Designer | $34,980 | $16.82 | 60 |
| Graphic Designer | $60,200 | $28.94 | 150 |
| Interior Designer | $64,440 | $30.98 | 30 |
| Interpreters and Translators | $50,270 | $24.17 | 30 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $41,230 | $19.82 | 30 |
| Producers and Directors | $66,420 | $31.93 | 50 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $67,130 | $32.27 | 200 |
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Healthcare Support Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant | $47,120 | $22.65 | 180 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $35,430 | $17.04 | 900 |
| Massage Therapist | $61,170 | $29.41 | 110 |
| Medical Assistant | $39,130 | $18.81 | 460 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $37,160 | $17.87 | n/a |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,890 | $19.18 | 1,560 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $60,840 | $29.25 | 70 |
| Phlebotomist | $45,480 | $21.86 | 250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $61,430 | $29.53 | 80 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $37,920 | $18.23 | 160 |
Protective Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailiff | $54,810 | $26.35 | 70 |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $55,840 | $26.85 | 100 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $73,430 | $35.30 | 60 |
| Firefighter | $62,190 | $29.90 | 340 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $94,180 | $45.28 | 80 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $107,880 | $51.87 | 90 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $78,520 | $37.75 | 430 |
| School Bus Monitor | $33,900 | $16.30 | 100 |
| Security Guard | $34,250 | $16.46 | 390 |
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartender | $31,200 | $15.00 | 1,070 |
| Chefs and Head Cooks | $48,040 | $23.10 | 130 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $32,840 | $15.79 | 230 |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | $38,330 | $18.43 | 550 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | $36,040 | $17.33 | 970 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $31,200 | $15.00 | 380 |
| Dishwasher | $33,330 | $16.03 | 380 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $31,300 | $15.05 | 2,890 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers | $38,370 | $18.45 | 880 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $31,990 | $15.38 | 40 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $31,850 | $15.31 | 660 |
| Food Servers, Nonrestaurant | $34,580 | $16.63 | 330 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $31,200 | $15.00 | 260 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $31,200 | $15.00 | 1,500 |
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $47,620 | $22.90 | 130 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $56,320 | $27.08 | 60 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $39,000 | $18.75 | 2,310 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $38,270 | $18.40 | 660 |
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $34,890 | $16.78 | 430 |
| Pest Control Worker | $44,990 | $21.63 | 30 |
| Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation | $49,740 | $23.92 | 40 |
Personal Care and Service Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $31,610 | $15.20 | 240 |
| Animal Caretaker | $32,950 | $15.84 | 170 |
| Childcare Worker | $34,990 | $16.82 | 530 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $42,870 | $20.61 | 290 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services | $42,110 | $20.25 | 70 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $57,180 | $27.49 | 60 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $33,840 | $16.27 | 180 |
| Recreation Worker | $33,910 | $16.30 | 300 |
| Residential Advisor | $51,400 | $24.71 | 80 |
| Skincare Specialist | $49,440 | $23.77 | 40 |
Sales and Related Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising Sales Agent | $75,410 | $36.26 | 60 |
| Cashier | $32,130 | $15.45 | 2,500 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $39,520 | $19.00 | 140 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $78,400 | $37.69 | 60 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $46,420 | $22.32 | 680 |
| Insurance Sales Agent | $53,050 | $25.51 | 100 |
| Parts Salesperson | $41,560 | $19.98 | 140 |
| Real Estate Sales Agent | $38,220 | $18.38 | 130 |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,870 | $16.28 | 2,180 |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | $61,840 | $29.73 | 650 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $72,180 | $34.70 | 530 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products | $74,630 | $35.88 | 30 |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $57,400 | $27.60 | 180 |
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Equipment Operator | $47,060 | $22.63 | 80 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $48,390 | $23.26 | 130 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $64,970 | $31.24 | 40 |
Construction and Extraction Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brickmasons and Blockmasons | $83,250 | $40.02 | 40 |
| Carpenter | $66,980 | $32.20 | 310 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $74,660 | $35.90 | 110 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $73,350 | $35.26 | 70 |
| Construction Laborer | $59,460 | $28.59 | 570 |
| Electrician | $100,320 | $48.23 | 410 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $96,940 | $46.61 | 370 |
| Highway Maintenance Worker | $65,730 | $31.60 | 290 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $92,900 | $44.66 | 160 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $84,370 | $40.56 | 160 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $95,530 | $45.93 | 390 |
| Roofer | $60,150 | $28.92 | 70 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | $92,710 | $44.57 | 110 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $82,480 | $39.65 | 30 |
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Body and Related Repairers | $56,230 | $27.03 | 70 |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | $48,090 | $23.12 | 460 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $62,180 | $29.90 | 160 |
| Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians | $59,960 | $28.83 | 70 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | $79,810 | $38.37 | 310 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | $74,880 | $36.00 | 240 |
| Industrial Machinery Mechanic | $74,420 | $35.78 | 70 |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other | $50,460 | $24.26 | 50 |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $55,260 | $26.57 | 1,290 |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $61,260 | $29.45 | 30 |
| Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers | $61,420 | $29.53 | 100 |
| Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers | $61,880 | $29.75 | 60 |
Production Occupations
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
| Job | Median salary | Hourly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $31,200 | $15.00 | 80 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $45,240 | $21.75 | 280 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $51,010 | $24.53 | 390 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $36,180 | $17.39 | 200 |
| Commercial Pilot | $67,770 | — | 30 |
| Driver/Sales Worker | $33,640 | $16.17 | 260 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | $59,400 | $28.56 | 360 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $56,270 | $27.05 | 840 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $44,130 | $21.22 | 250 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $41,970 | $20.18 | 1,960 |
| Light Truck Driver | $47,910 | $23.04 | 820 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $35,150 | $16.90 | 350 |
| Parking Attendant | $35,690 | $17.16 | 80 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $40,650 | $19.55 | 40 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $39,340 | $18.91 | 90 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $35,400 | $17.02 | 2,060 |