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Paramedics average salary by city in Illinois
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $83,400 | $77,670 | $59,840 | $63,515 | 104 |
| Champaign | $54,530 | $50,100 | $46,030 | $43,437 | 93 |
| Peoria | $54,290 | $49,440 | $49,350 | $43,256 | 91 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Paramedics salary in other states
More about pay in Illinois
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 29-2043.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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