Illinois Median
$61,350
per year
Hourly Rate
$29.50
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+11% vs US median
US median $55,290
State Rank
#6 of 27
150 employed here
How much does a Desktop Publisher make in Illinois?
Desktop Publishers in Illinois take home a median of $61,350 annually — roughly $29.50 an hour — which runs 11% above the national median of $55,290.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $44,480 while the top 10% make $79,620 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $47,460 and $69,080 a year.
Desktop Publisher salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $44,480 | $21.38 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $47,460 | $22.82 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $61,350 | $29.50 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $69,080 | $33.21 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $79,620 | $38.28 |
|
How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 6th out of 27 states and territories for Desktop Publisher pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Desktop Publisher salary in other states
Colorado $77,750California $71,930Maryland $69,820New Jersey $63,020South Carolina $62,320Massachusetts $61,170Texas $57,760New York $56,660Minnesota $54,930Vermont $53,550Ohio $53,380Florida $52,720Arizona $52,000Oregon $50,650Indiana $49,070New Hampshire $48,300Louisiana $47,130Maine $47,100Oklahoma $46,040Wisconsin $46,010Kentucky $45,760Michigan $45,300Tennessee $44,440North Carolina $43,700Georgia $39,460Nebraska $36,280
Working as a Desktop Publisher in Illinois
Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Desktop Publishers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($61,350) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Desktop Publisher make in Illinois?
The median Desktop Publisher salary in Illinois is $61,350 per year, or about $29.50 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $44,480 at the entry level to $79,620 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Desktop Publishers about 11% more than the national median of $55,290. Illinois ranks 6th out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Desktop Publishers?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $61,350 a year. About 150 Desktop Publishers are employed in Illinois. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Illinois?
The highest-paying occupations in Illinois include Cardiologist ($517,850), Surgeon, All Other ($438,010), Dermatologist ($435,750), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.