Healthcare Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Home Health Aide Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median home health aide salary in Aurora, IL is $32,524 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$32,524
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-1,006
Cost of Living
95%

Home Health Aide Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level home health aide earns around $24,250, while experienced professionals earn up to $40,740 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$24,250
$-750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$32,980
$-1,020 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$40,740
$-1,260 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $23,280
25th Percentile $27,160
Median (50th) $32,524
75th Percentile $37,830
90th Percentile $42,680

Home Health Aide Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$36,883
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$36,548
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$29,171
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$28,165
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Home Health Aide in Aurora

Education

Most home health aide positions require a high school diploma. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient CareVital SignsCPR/First AidCommunicationCompassionTime Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, home health aide employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.