Allied Health Professional Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Allied Health Professional Salary
$49.56/hour
The average salary for an Allied Health Professional in Illinois is $49.56 per hour. This is 10% lower than the US average of $54.62.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Allied Health Professional salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$49.56/hour
Illinois
10% lower than the US average.
$54.62/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Allied Health Professionals?
Peoria, Illinois pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $42 per hour, followed by Skokie, Illinois ($29) and Geneva, Illinois ($29). Skokie, Illinois has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Illinois average for Allied Health Professionals is $50 per hour — Peoria, Illinois pays 15% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Peoria, Illinois | $42 | $54 |
| Skokie, Illinois | $29 | $100 |
| Geneva, Illinois | $29 | $100 |
What type of Allied Health Professionals make the most money in Illinois?
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist earns the most among Practicing specialties in Illinois, averaging $77 per hour, followed by Pharmacist ($60) and Respiratory Therapist ($37). RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Illinois average for Allied Health Professionals is $50 per hour — RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist earns 56% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist | $77 | $100 |
| Pharmacist | $60 | $77 |
| Respiratory Therapist | $37 | $38 |
How does the pay for Allied Health Professionals in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Ohio pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $67 per hour, followed by Kentucky ($64) and Tennessee ($57). Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Illinois average for Allied Health Professionals is $50 per hour — Ohio pays 35% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $67 | $100 |
| Kentucky | $64 | $100 |
| Tennessee | $57 | $100 |
| Arkansas | $53 | $77 |
| Missouri | $47 | $79 |
| Wisconsin | $44 | $58 |
| Michigan | $41 | $72 |
| Iowa | $35 | $39 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Allied Health Professional jobs in Illinois?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Allied Health Professionals the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($39) and Prolink Direct Placement/RPO Region ($38). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $75. For comparison, the Illinois average for Allied Health Professionals is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $75 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $39 | $49 |
| Prolink Direct Placement/RPO Region | $38 | $45 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $37 | $49 |
| BJC HealthCare | $36 | $52 |
| SpecialtyCare | $32 | $32 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Allied Health Professional Jobs
Clinical Pharmacist
- Alton Memorial Hospital
- Alton, IL
$127K-177K/year
Pharmacist
- CVS Health
- Rantoul, IL
$65-85/hour
Pharmacist
- CVS Health
- Hoopeston, IL
$65-85/hour
Respiratory Therapist
- Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute
- Kingston, IL
$37-100/hour
Respiratory Therapist
- Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute
- South Beloit, IL
$37-100/hour
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