Helpers--Production Workers pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for helpers--production workers is $19.94 an hour ($41,480 a year). About 3,710 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($39,070). It is about the same as the Illinois median ($41,480).
Pay range for helpers--production workers in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.54 | $36,490 |
| 25% of workers | $18.92 | $39,340 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.94 | $41,480 |
| 75% of workers | $22.10 | $45,970 |
| 90% of workers | $24.35 | $50,660 |
Helpers--Production Workers pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Peoria | $47,250 | 30 |
| Decatur | $44,960 | 40 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $43,980 | 40 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $41,480 | 3,710 |
| Rockford | $41,240 | 100 |
| Springfield | $38,340 | 40 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for helpers--production workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -8.2% over ten years, declining · about 20,900 openings a year (BLS)
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