Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service in Illinois
2024 Salary & Job Market Data
Quick Snapshot
| Metric | Illinois | National | Insight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Salary | $40,230 | $38,370 | +4.8% vs US |
| State Rank | #14 of 50 states | Top 20 state | |
| Employment | 1,830 jobs | 35,730 jobs | 5.1% of US jobs |
| Job Concentration (LQ) | — | 1.00 | Average |
Full Salary Distribution in Illinois
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile | $33,860 | $16.28 |
| 25th Percentile | $37,250 | $17.91 |
| Median | $40,230 | $19.34 |
| 75th Percentile | $46,160 | $22.19 |
| 90th Percentile | $55,140 | $26.51 |
