Dental Office Manager salary in Illinois
Dental Office Managers in Illinois earn a median of $54.62 per hour, about $113,610 a year, 4% below the U.S. median of $56.71. The middle half earn between $44.61 and $77.90 per hour. The highest median among Illinois metro areas is in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, at $59.78 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $54.62median pay per hour
- $113,610median pay per year
- 21,110employed in Illinois
- #24of 50 states by median pay
Dental Office Manager pay in Illinois: percentiles
| Level | Illinois per hour | Illinois per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.25 | $75,400 | $33.50 |
| Lower quartile | $44.61 | $92,790 | $42.58 |
| Median | $54.62 | $113,610 | $56.71 |
| Upper quartile | $77.90 | $162,030 | $78.09 |
| Top 10% | $105.78 | $220,020 | $105.33 |
Dental Office Manager pay by metro area in Illinois
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Illinois median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $59.78 | $124,350 | 15,760 | 9% above | $57.71 |
| Peoria, IL | $54.88 | $114,140 | 760 | in line with | $60.15 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $53.78 | $111,860 | 450 | 2% below | $58.01 |
| Rockford, IL | $52.78 | $109,790 | 520 | 3% below | $57.27 |
| Springfield, IL | $50.15 | $104,300 | 450 | 8% below | $54.07 |
| Bloomington, IL | $49.81 | $103,600 | 240 | 9% below | $53.25 |
| Decatur, IL | $49.46 | $102,880 | 160 | 9% below | $55.94 |
| Kankakee, IL | $47.94 | $99,710 | 250 | 12% below | — |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
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What employers are posting in Illinois
- 7roles with published pay
- $23median pay per hour
- $20–$26typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 6 | $22.75 |
| Smile Brands | 1 | $26.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 7 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Dental Office Manager jobs in Illinois · Dental Office Manager salary nationwide · Illinois state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental office manager make in Illinois?
The median is $54.62 per hour, about $113,610 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $36.25 and the top 10% earn over $105.78 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Illinois city pays dental office managers the most?
Among Illinois metro areas, Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN has the highest median at $59.78 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Illinois rank for dental office manager pay?
Illinois ranks 24th of 50 states by median dental office manager pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Aspen DentalChicago, IL · 6 postings$22.75/ hr$20–$29
- Aspen DentalBend, OR · 3 postings$32.45/ hr$23–$34
- Aspen DentalSt. Charles, MO · 3 postings$30.05/ hr$19–$31
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