May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Decatur
Decatur, IL
184 occupations
Across 184 occupations with published wages in Decatur, physicians, all other record the highest median at $429,340 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Decatur
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 1,430 | $46,010 |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | 1,350 | $61,380 |
| Cashiers | 1,210 | $31,320 |
| Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators | 1,060 | $50,040 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 990 | $59,100 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 970 | $31,200 |
| General and Operations Managers | 950 | $96,120 |
| Retail Salespersons | 950 | $33,650 |
| Construction Laborers | 940 | $61,270 |
| Registered Nurses | 790 | $87,170 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bartenders | $31,200 | 320 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $31,200 | 970 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $31,200 | 530 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $31,200 | 100 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $31,200 | 90 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $31,200 | 110 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $31,250 | 110 |
| Cashiers | $31,320 | 1,210 |
| Recreation Workers | $31,590 | 70 |
| Animal Caretakers | $31,670 | 100 |
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.