Amusement and Recreation Attendants pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for amusement and recreation attendants is $15.75 an hour ($32,770 a year). About 11,660 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($32,150). Illinois ranks 16th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for amusement and recreation attendants in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| 25% of workers | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| Half of workers (median) | $15.75 | $32,770 |
| 75% of workers | $17.52 | $36,440 |
| 90% of workers | $18.52 | $38,520 |
Amusement and Recreation Attendants pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $34,170 | 9,340 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $31,610 | 240 |
| Bloomington | $31,200 | 240 |
| Decatur | $31,200 | 90 |
| Peoria | $31,200 | 270 |
| Rockford | $31,200 | 240 |
| Springfield | $31,200 | 170 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for amusement and recreation attendants
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 100,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $40,550 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $31,200 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $38,140 |
| Parking Attendants | $36,730 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $34,560 |
| Passenger Attendants | $38,930 |
| Baggage Porters and Bellhops | $40,390 |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | $38,890 |
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