Child, Family, and School Social Workers Salary in Illinois
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for child, family, and school social workers in Illinois was $63,220 +6.2% vs national
Illinois vs United States
| Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $63,220 | $59,550 |
| Median hourly | $30.39 | $28.63 |
| Employment | 19,860 | 392,550 |
| Location quotient | 1.29 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Illinois) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
How to interpret these figures
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $47,120, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $105,660 — a 2.2x gap between entry-level and top earners.
The mean wage of $70,670 sits 11.8% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average child, family, and school social workers salary in Illinois?
The median annual wage in Illinois is $63,220 ($30.39 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.
How does Illinois compare to the national average for child, family, and school social workers?
The Illinois median of $63,220 is 6.2% higher than the U.S. median of $59,550.
How many child, family, and school social workers work in Illinois?
Approximately 19,860 are employed in Illinois, per BLS OES.