Gambling Cage Worker Salary in Illinois (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Gambling Cage Workers in Illinois, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Illinois Median
$39,900
per year
Hourly Rate
$19.18
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $37,580
State Rank
#7 of 31
500 employed here

How much does a Gambling Cage Worker make in Illinois?

A Gambling Cage Worker working in Illinois earns a median salary of $39,900 per year, or about $19.18 per hour. That is 6% above the national median of $37,580 for this occupation.

Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $34,270 while the top 10% make $47,570 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $37,050 and $44,880 a year.

Gambling Cage Worker salary range in Illinois

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$34,270$16.48
25th percentile (early career)$37,050$17.81
50th percentile (median)$39,900$19.18
75th percentile (experienced)$44,880$21.58
90th percentile (top earners)$47,570$22.87

How Illinois compares

Illinois ranks 7th out of 31 states and territories for Gambling Cage Worker pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New York$48,340
2Maryland$47,930
3Florida$42,900
4Washington$41,720
5New Jersey$41,430

Working as a Gambling Cage Worker in Illinois

Nationally, about 14,000 people work as Gambling Cage Workers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($39,900) 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 Gambling Cage Worker make in Illinois?
The median Gambling Cage Worker salary in Illinois is $39,900 per year, or about $19.18 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $34,270 at the entry level to $47,570 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Gambling Cage Workers about 6% more than the national median of $37,580. Illinois ranks 7th out of 31 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Gambling Cage Workers?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $39,900 a year. About 500 Gambling Cage Workers 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.