Gambling Cage Workers pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for gambling cage workers is $19.18 an hour ($39,900 a year). About 500 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($37,580). Illinois ranks 7th of 31 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for gambling cage workers in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.48 | $34,270 |
| 25% of workers | $17.81 | $37,050 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.18 | $39,900 |
| 75% of workers | $21.58 | $44,880 |
| 90% of workers | $22.87 | $47,570 |
Gambling Cage Workers pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $43,710 | 480 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for gambling cage workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3.1% over ten years, declining · about 1,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $34,490 |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $49,560 |
| Tellers | $38,670 |
| Gambling Dealers | $31,200 |
| New Accounts Clerks | $49,040 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers | $64,620 |
| Billing and Posting Clerks | $49,730 |
| Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks | $61,390 |
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