Administrative assistant salary in Illinois

The average salary for an Administrative Assistant is $21.34 per hour in Illinois. This figure is based on 3k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 26, 2026.

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Administrative Assistant salaries in Illinois typically range between a low of $15.93 and a high of $28.58 per hour, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Administrative Assistant in Illinois include Chicago, IL at $22.29 per hour, Elgin, IL at $21.22 per hour, and Schaumburg, IL at $20.24 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Administrative Assistant in Illinois include Aura Staffing Partners ($242,500 per year) and Argonne National Laboratory ($129,569 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Administrative Assistant salary in Illinois compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Administrative Assistant: Average $22.39 per hour
• Junior Administrative Assistant: Average $21.00 per hour
• Senior Administrative Assistant: Average $25.62 per hour