Average Therapist Salary

$51.68/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in Illinois is $51.68 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $50.80.

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Therapist salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages

$51.68/hour

Illinois

2% higher than the US average.

$50.80/hour

United States

What cities in Illinois pay the most for Therapists?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Chicago, Illinois$53$64
Oak Lawn, Illinois$46$55
What type of Therapists make the most money in Illinois?
SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Physical Therapist$57$58
Occupational Therapist$53$58
Physical Therapy Assistant$37$40
How does the pay for Therapists in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Ohio$51$58
Michigan$50$58
Missouri$49$60
Mississippi$46$54
Tennessee$42$82
Iowa$39$42
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Illinois?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Elara Caring$46$50
BJC HealthCare$40$49
Graham Healthcare Group$33$33

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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