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Accountant Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median accountant salary in Aurora, IL is $80,679 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$80,679
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$799
Cost of Living
95%

Accountant Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level accountant earns around $52,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $121,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,520
+$520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$80,800
+$800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$121,200
+$1,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $50,904
25th Percentile $63,327
Median (50th) $80,679
75th Percentile $103,424
90th Percentile $134,128

Accountant Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$91,063
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$90,264
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$72,691
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$70,294
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Accountant in Aurora

Education

Most accountant positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

GAAPTax PreparationFinancial AnalysisQuickBooksExcelAuditing

Job Outlook

Nationally, accountant employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.