State: IL
Illinois
Comprehensive employment data and salary statistics for 734 occupations across Illinois.
+2.8% vs national average
State Overview
$59,970
Average Annual Wage
6.1M
Total Employment
734
Tracked Occupations
Employment Overview
Illinois employment statistics and economic indicators compared to national averages
6.1M
Total Jobs
$59,970
Average Wage
734
Occupations
+2.8%
vs National
Wage Comparison
$58,350
National Average
$59,970
Illinois Average
Top Occupations in Illinois
Highest-paying and most common occupations with employment and salary data
1
Software Developers
Employment: 67,200
$118,340
Annual Average
Market Share: 1.10% of state employment
View Details →
2
Registered Nurses
Employment: 132,800
$78,560
Annual Average
Market Share: 2.18% of state employment
View Details →
3
Financial Analysts
Employment: 18,900
$89,870
Annual Average
Market Share: 0.31% of state employment
View Details →
Economic Insights
Employment Strength
Total Employment 6.1M jobs
Occupation Diversity 734 tracked roles
Economic Ranking Above National Average
Top Industries
Software Developers 67,200
Registered Nurses 132,800
Financial Analysts 18,900
Explore More Illinois Data
Dive deeper into Illinois's employment landscape with detailed occupation and industry analysis.