May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Bloomington
Bloomington, IL
268 occupations
Across 268 occupations with published wages in Bloomington, physicians, all other record the highest median at $356,830 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Bloomington
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physicians, All Other | $356,830 | 140 | |
| 2 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $169,720 | 570 | |
| 3 | Computer Network Architects | $161,780 | 240 | |
| 4 | Database Architects | $161,430 | 90 | |
| 5 | Dentists, General | $160,750 | 60 | |
| 6 | Financial Managers | $156,240 | 1,400 | |
| 7 | Sales Managers | $154,300 | 290 | |
| 8 | Managers, All Other | $153,210 | 260 | |
| 9 | Business Teachers, Postsecondary | $148,290 | 140 | |
| 10 | Human Resources Managers | $144,780 | 170 | |
| 11 | Personal Financial Advisors | $141,070 | 60 | |
| 12 | Nurse Practitioners | $139,190 | 90 | |
| 13 | Pharmacists | $139,050 | 140 | |
| 14 | First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $134,080 | 60 | |
| 15 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $133,260 | 180 | |
| 16 | Optometrists | $132,740 | 40 | |
| 17 | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $131,260 | — | |
| 18 | Information Security Analysts | $125,110 | 220 | |
| 19 | Lawyers | $124,100 | 530 | |
| 20 | Software Developers | $123,320 | 1,570 | |
| 21 | Data Scientists | $120,760 | 590 | |
| 22 | Industrial Production Managers | $118,390 | 120 | |
| 23 | Public Relations Managers | $115,970 | 40 | |
| 24 | Management Analysts | $113,110 | — | |
| 25 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $109,290 | 250 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 2,430 | $31,200 |
| Registered Nurses | 1,990 | $79,970 |
| Cashiers | 1,980 | $31,200 |
| Retail Salespersons | 1,910 | $31,670 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,900 | $93,250 |
| Software Developers | 1,570 | $123,320 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 1,570 | $36,660 |
| Financial Managers | 1,400 | $156,240 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 1,370 | $31,200 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 1,280 | $39,120 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $31,200 | 1,060 |
| Bartenders | $31,200 | 580 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $31,200 | 2,430 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $31,200 | 1,370 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $31,200 | 300 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $31,200 | 300 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $31,200 | 240 |
| Cashiers | $31,200 | 1,980 |
| Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks | $31,200 | 170 |
| Library Assistants, Clerical | $31,200 | 80 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.