Gambling Dealers pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for gambling dealers is $15.00 an hour ($31,200 a year). About 2,470 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($34,320). Illinois ranks 16th of 34 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for gambling dealers 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) | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| 75% of workers | $18.61 | $38,710 |
| 90% of workers | $21.64 | $45,000 |
Gambling Dealers pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $31,200 | 2,400 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for gambling dealers
- 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: +3.4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 13,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $34,490 |
| Retail Salespersons | $35,370 |
| Tellers | $38,670 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $32,770 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers | $64,620 |
| Gambling Cage Workers | $39,900 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $34,560 |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | $38,890 |
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