$78 / hour
Salary Range: $68 - $90
Sales
$13 / hour
Salary Range: $12 - $15
IT Infrastructure
$42 / hour
Salary Range: $37 - $47
Janitorial
$34 / hour
Salary Range: $28 - $38
Human Resources
$47 / hour
Salary Range: $41 - $53
Electrical
$41 / hour
Salary Range: $36 - $46
Facilities Management
$23 / hour
Salary Range: $20 - $26
Groundkeeping
$31 / hour
Salary Range: $27 - $36
Restaurant Management
$22 / hour
Salary Range: $20 - $25
Facilities Operations
$31 / hour
Salary Range: $27 - $36
Culinary
| Competitor / Benchmark | Avg. Salary | Variance | Primary Market Influence Factor & Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BACK TO USSR | $25 |
+12.5%
|
Driven by niche technical certifications required for BACK TO USSR's specialized projects. |
| B STREET STATION | $26 |
+16.7%
|
Reflects structural premiums typical of B STREET STATION's large-cap national operations. |
| BACI BY CAFE AT PHARR | $21 |
-6.1%
|
BACI BY CAFE AT PHARR focuses strategically on recruiting and training entry-level apprentices. |
| BACK 40 | $21 |
-5.3%
|
Reflects market rates for standard general contracting, differing from specialized roles. |
| Hospitality & Leisure Industry | $59 |
+166.1%
|
Pay variances are driven by organizational scale, specialized skill requirements, or geographic cost-of-living factors. |
| Expense Category | Estimated Monthly Cost | Key Considerations / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Housing (1-BR Apt Rent) | $1,700 - $2,600+ | A significant portion of B.L.U.E.S. On Halsted salary. Location choices impact this heavily. |
| Utilities (Basic) | $140 - $230 | Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water etc. |
| Public Transportation | $105 (CTA 30-day pass) | Essential for most commuters; car ownership is costly. |
| Groceries (Single Person) | $430 - $640 | Can be higher with more dining out or specialty stores. |
| Personal & Leisure | $450 - $800+ | Dining out, entertainment, shopping. Highly variable. |
| Healthcare (Individual) | $400 - $750+ | Varies significantly by plan & employer contribution. |
| Subtotal (Excluding Taxes) | $3,225 - $5,025+ | This subtotal does not include income taxes (federal, state, local), which can significantly impact your take-home pay. |
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