PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Clinical Research Billing Analyst
OSF Healthcare System · Peoria, IL
$33.52–$39.44/ hour
Top 25% pay
Medical Biller jobs in Oak Park, IL
Pay for medical billers in the Oak Park area centers on $23.70 per hour, or about $49,290 a year. The lower quarter earns under $21.12 and the upper quarter over $27.98. That ranks 54th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 151st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Oak Park. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Oak Park.
- $23.70median pay per hour, Chicago
- $21–$28typical range per hour
- 12,550medical billers employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Oak Park, IL
The metro median is 3% above the Illinois statewide median of $23.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 12,550 billing and posting clerks employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 2.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.04).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.38 | $38,230 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.12 | $43,930 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.70 | $49,290 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.98 | $58,200 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $33.39 | $69,450 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Oak Park ranks
- 54th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 151st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 7 Illinois metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for medical biller. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Billing and Posting Clerks.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Billing and Posting Clerks (SOC 43-3021), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Oak Park
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.70 median hour buys what $22.88 buys at the national price level, 1% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$853
- Per year: $42,660
- Per month: $3,555
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Oak Park
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Oak Park.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rush Oak Park Hospital Oak Park, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| West Suburban Medical Center Oak Park, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Biller pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berwyn, IL | 3 mi | $23.70/hr | 55,152 |
| Cicero, IL | 3 mi | $23.70/hr | 82,090 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Illinois
Medical billers prepare and submit claims, follow up on denials and post payments.
- Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus
- Knowledge of payer rules and claim forms
- Experience with billing and EHR systems
Illinois taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Oak Park, IL?
Medical Billers in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $23.70 per hour, about $49,290 a year. The middle half earn between $21.12 and $27.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Oak Park a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 151st of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 54th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Oak Park?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Oak Park, led by Rush Oak Park Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Oak Park as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- ChristianaCareWilmington, DE · 1 posting$28.42/ hr$23–$34
- Sentara HealthcareVirginia Beach, VA · 1 posting$27.34/ hr$22–$33
- MarinHealthNovato, CA · 2 postings$25.20/ hr$23–$27
- Foundation Health PartnersFairbanks, AK · 1 posting$24.48/ hr$20–$29
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Low$18Median$22.18High$27
22 Biller postings with published pay in the US, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Clinical Research Billing AnalystPermanent$33.52–$39.44/ hour
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