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How much does a personal assistant cost in Chicago, IL?

$21.61/hour

As of November 2024, the average starting cost of a personal assistant in Chicago, IL is $21.61 per hour. The weekly rate for a personal assistant in Chicago, IL is $864 for working a 40-hour week. And the monthly cost is approximately $2,809 for 130 hours of work.

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Data is based on rates in caregiver and provider profiles on Care.com. Last updated in November 2024.

Here's a comparison of personal assistant costs in Chicago, IL to both state and national rates

The cost of hiring a personal assistant in Chicago, IL is approximately 6% higher than Illinois average starting rate of $20.36 per hour and 5% higher than the national average of $20.60.

Location

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Chicago, IL

$21.61/hr

$30.67/hr

Illinois

$20.36/hr

$29.05/hr

United States

$20.60/hr

$29.28/hr

$21.61

$30.67

Chicago, IL

$20.36

$29.05

Illinois

$20.60

$29.28

US

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

These are the most affordable cities for personal assistants near Chicago, IL

In some cases, nearby cities may offer more affordable personal assistant services. When evaluating personal assistant pay rates in Chicago, IL and its surrounding areas, it is essential to follow the minimum wage regulations and understand the proper way to pay legally. There are multiple benefits of paying legally that should be considered, such as tax deductions and fostering a professional employment relationship.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Algonquin, IL

$14.50/hr

$20.30/hr

Saint Charles, IL

$16.17/hr

$26.67/hr

Berwyn, IL

$16.71/hr

$33.71/hr

Oak Lawn, IL

$16.91/hr

$27.00/hr

Schaumburg, IL

$17.33/hr

$23.56/hr

These are the most expensive cities for personal assistants near Chicago, IL

You may pay more per hour for a personal assistant near Chicago, IL and several factors can contribute to driving up the average rates. They include: higher cost of living, increased demand for personal assistant services, a more competitive job market, and specific details surrounding your care needs (i.e. tasks, timeframe, frequency). As a result, it's important to consider these local factors when comparing personal assistant rates and hiring a personal assistant near Chicago, IL.

City

Starting rate (avg)

Max rate (avg)

Woodridge, IL

$26.86/hr

$37.86/hr

Wheeling, IL

$25.80/hr

$31.80/hr

Streamwood, IL

$25.43/hr

$29.57/hr

Skokie, IL

$25.06/hr

$33.29/hr

Libertyville, IL

$24.20/hr

$29.80/hr

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