As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Patient Observer in Rockford, IL is $61,454, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,182 weekly, or $5,121 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Patient Observer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Patient Observer in Rockford, IL vary widely, spanning from $49,292 to $75,235. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,088) and 75th percentile ($68,668), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,235 per year. This $13,580 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Pediatric, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Rockford Patient Observer often earn 5.5% lower than national averages. However, Rockford currently ranks 497 statewide for Patient Observer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Patient Observer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $49,292 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $55,088 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $61,454 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $68,668 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Patient Observer Salary $75,235 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
25% $55,088 10% $49,292 90% $75,235 75% $68,668 $61,454 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Patient Observer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Patient Observer in Rockford, IL. The base salary for Patient Observer ranges from $55,088 to $68,668 with the average base salary of $61,454. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,686 to $70,520 with the average total cash compensation of $63,125.

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