As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for pastry baker in Mount Prospect, IL is $53,949, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,037 weekly, or $4,496 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for pastry baker in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for pastry baker in Mount Prospect, IL vary widely, spanning from $41,970 to $69,630. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,679) and 75th percentile ($62,157), while top earners (90th percentile) make $69,630 per year. This $14,478 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Product Quality, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Mount Prospect pastry baker often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Mount Prospect currently ranks 280 statewide for pastry baker job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
pastry baker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile pastry baker Salary $41,970 Mount Prospect, IL September 01, 2026
25th Percentile pastry baker Salary $47,679 Mount Prospect, IL September 01, 2026
50th Percentile pastry baker Salary $53,949 Mount Prospect, IL September 01, 2026
75th Percentile pastry baker Salary $62,157 Mount Prospect, IL September 01, 2026
90th Percentile pastry baker Salary $69,630 Mount Prospect, IL September 01, 2026
25% $47,679 10% $41,970 90% $69,630 75% $62,157 $53,949 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
Change Search Criteria
Check out pastry baker jobs in Mount Prospect, Illinois

Business Development Manager

Röhlig Logistics - Mount Prospect, IL

Sr. Tender Analyst

Röhlig Logistics - Mount Prospect, IL

Bilingual SLP (Spanish/English)

Soliant - Mount Prospect, IL

Construction Laborer

Papago Management - Mount Prospect, IL

Search More pastry baker Jobs in Mount Prospect, Illinois

What is A pastry baker ?

A pastry baker specializes in creating a variety of baked goods, including pastries, cakes, and desserts. Responsibilities include preparing dough, mixing ingredients, and ensuring the quality and presentation of finished products. Pastry bakers often work in bakeries, restaurants, or catering services, collaborating with chefs and kitchen staff to develop new recipes and seasonal offerings. Attention to detail, creativity, and a strong understanding of baking techniques are essential for success in this role. Salaries for pastry bakers can vary widely based on experience, location, and the ...

Source: (as of 06/04/2025). Read more from

See user submitted job responsibilities for pastry baker.

Job Openings for pastry baker in Mount Prospect, IL

Understand the total compensation opportunity for A pastry baker, base salary plus other pay elements

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
47679
62157
53949

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
56338
76945
65982
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of pastry baker in Mount Prospect, IL. The base salary for pastry baker ranges from $47,679 to $62,157 with the average base salary of $53,949. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,338 to $76,945 with the average total cash compensation of $65,982.
Similar Job Titles:
See additional Similar Jobs

Discover how your pay is adjusted for skills, experience, and other factors

How much should you be paid?

For a real-time salary target, tell us more about your role in the four categories below.

47679
62157

 

About Mount Prospect, Illinois    Mount Prospect is a village in Elk Grove and Wheeling Townships in Cook County, Illinois, about 20 miles (32 km) northwest of downtown Chicago, and ap....More

Mount Prospect, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

pastry baker Salary in popular cities: ChicagoAuroraRockford

Jobs with a similar salary range to pastry baker : Dessert Chef, Surgical Liaison, Pastry Chef De Partie