Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Housekeeper jobs in Chicago, IL

18,260 housekeepers employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $17.94/hour ($37,310/year) median · 5% above the national median.

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The median housekeeper salary in Chicago, IL is $17.94/hour ($37,310/year), with a typical range of $35,720 to $44,470 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Housekeeper pay in Chicago, IL

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Chicago metro. Half of Housekeepers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $35,720 $37,310 $44,470
25th$35,720 Median$37,310 75th$44,470 vs US5% above the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area (SOC 37-2012, Housekeeper). Full Housekeeper salary guide →

What is a Housekeeper salary in Chicago?

The median housekeeper salary in Chicago, IL is $17.94/hour ($37,310/year), with a typical range of $35,720 to $44,470 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 18,260 housekeepers employed in the Chicago metro area.

Housekeeper pay bands in Chicago by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Mid Level Housekeeper

Typical mid level band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$32,273–$44,398
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Lead Housekeeper

Typical lead band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$31,153–$45,742
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Staff Housekeeper

Typical staff band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$31,713–$42,384
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Senior Housekeeper

Typical senior band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$33,952–$43,727
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Senior Housekeeper

Typical senior band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$35,631–$46,413
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Housekeeper Career Ladder — Chicago Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Chicago’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Housekeeper0–2 yrs$26,863
  2. Mid Housekeeper2–5 yrs$35,444
  3. Senior Housekeeper5–8 yrs$44,772
  4. Staff Housekeeper8–12 yrs$54,099
  5. Lead Housekeeper12+ yrs$63,427

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 37-2012, Housekeeper).

Employers in the Housekeeper hiring market in Chicago

  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises
  • Apex Staffing

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Chicago post Housekeeper jobs

Employers in the Chicago metro typically post Housekeeper roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

Housekeeper in Chicago, IL — Common Questions

How much does a Housekeeper earn in Chicago, IL?
Median $17.94/hour ($37,310/year). 25th–75th percentile runs $35,720–$44,470. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Housekeeper jobs are there in Chicago?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 18,260 Housekeeper roles employed in the Chicago metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Chicago employers use for Housekeeper?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Housekeeper jobs for me?
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