Media & Communications Illinois (IL) Rank #24 of 50

Videographer Salary in Illinois

The median videographer salary in Illinois is $58,900 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $62,000.

Median Salary

$58,900

vs National

$-3,100

State Rank

#24 of 50

Cost of Living

95%

Videographer Salary in Illinois by Experience

In Illinois, an entry-level videographer earns around $36,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $99,750 per year. The cost of living index in Illinois is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$36,100

$-1,900 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$60,800

$-3,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$99,750

$-5,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Illinois

Percentile	IL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$33,250	$35,000	$-1,750
25th Percentile	$43,700	$46,000	$-2,300
Median (50th)	$58,900	$62,000	$-3,100
75th Percentile	$80,750	$85,000	$-4,250
90th Percentile	$106,400	$112,000	$-5,600

Videographer Salary by City in Illinois

The largest employment areas for videographers in Illinois include Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, and Rockford. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Chicago, IL

$66,340

Pop. 2,693,976 · COL 107%

Aurora, IL

$58,900

Pop. 197,757 · COL 95%

Naperville, IL

$66,960

Pop. 149,540 · COL 108%

Rockford, IL

$50,840

Pop. 148,655 · COL 82%

Springfield, IL

$52,700

Pop. 114,394 · COL 85%

How to Become a Videographer in Illinois

Education

Most videographer positions require a bachelor's degree. Illinois has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Video ProductionPremiere ProAfter EffectsLightingAudio RecordingStorytelling

Job Outlook in Illinois

Nationally, videographer employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Illinois's demand may vary based on local industry trends.