Pharmacy Aides pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for pharmacy aides is $17.79 an hour ($37,010 a year). About 1,180 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($37,680). Illinois ranks 25th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy aides in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.65 | $34,640 |
| 25% of workers | $17.12 | $35,610 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.79 | $37,010 |
| 75% of workers | $18.25 | $37,960 |
| 90% of workers | $18.95 | $39,420 |
Pharmacy Aides pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $37,010 | 1,070 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacy aides
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -0.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 5,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $34,490 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $37,680 |
| Receptionists and Information Clerks | $37,400 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $46,670 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,650 |
| Medical Assistants | $46,090 |
| Phlebotomists | $46,010 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $37,480 |
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