Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salary in Illinois

How much does an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper make in Illinois?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper in Illinois is $52,951 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,430
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,843 to $58,960
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,193
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Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $58,960 $4,913 $1,134 $28
Average $52,951 $4,413 $1,018 $25
25th Percentile $47,843 $3,987 $920 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salaries

An Admin Assistant Bookkeeper's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $42,557
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $48,289
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,326
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,692
  • Expert (over 8 years): $88,863
Levels Salary
Accountin... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$42,557
Admin Ass... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$48,289
Accountin... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$54,326
Accountin... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$60,692
Accountin... Level Admin Assistant Bookkeeper$88,863
$42,557 0 yr
$48,289 < 2 yrs
$54,326 2-4 yrs
$60,692 5-8 yrs
$88,863 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Admin Assistant Bookkeepers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Effingham: $48,810
  • Saint Peter: $48,743
  • Salem: $48,929

Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Admin Assistant Bookkeeper roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Admin Assistant Bookkeeper positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Admin Assistant Bookkeeper as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$66,189$32.025%
Software & Networking$66,189$32.025%
Biotechnology$60,894$29.015%
Pharmaceuticals$60,894$29.015%
Chemicals$58,246$28.010%

Admin Assistant Bookkeeper Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Admin Assistant Bookkeeper's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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    Olympia Fields, IL

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    Chicago, IL

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