Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Stocker jobs in Chicago, IL

79,850 stockers employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $18.48/hour ($38,450/year) median · roughly in line with the national median.

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The median stocker salary in Chicago, IL is $18.48/hour ($38,450/year), with a typical range of $36,430 to $44,850 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Stocker pay in Chicago, IL

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $36,430 $38,450 $44,850
25th$36,430 Median$38,450 75th$44,850 vs USroughly in line with the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area (SOC 53-7065, Stocker). Full Stocker salary guide →

What is a Stocker salary in Chicago?

The median stocker salary in Chicago, IL is $18.48/hour ($38,450/year), with a typical range of $36,430 to $44,850 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 79,850 stockers employed in the Chicago metro area.

Stocker 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.

Senior Stocker

Typical senior band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$36,719–$43,679
Common on
Ashby

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

Senior Stocker

Typical senior band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$36,143–$45,063
Common on
Ashby

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

Senior Stocker

Typical senior band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$36,719–$46,447
Common on
Lever

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

Lead Stocker

Typical lead band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$34,989–$45,063
Common on
Ashby

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

Mid Level Stocker

Typical mid level band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$34,412–$45,063
Common on
Workday

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

Stocker 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 Stocker0–2 yrs$27,684
  2. Mid Stocker2–5 yrs$36,527
  3. Senior Stocker5–8 yrs$46,140
  4. Staff Stocker8–12 yrs$55,752
  5. Lead Stocker12+ yrs$65,365

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 53-7065, Stocker).

Employers in the Stocker hiring market in Chicago

  • Costco
  • Amazon
  • Target
  • Home Depot
  • Walmart

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 Stocker jobs

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

Stocker in Chicago, IL — Common Questions

How much does a Stocker earn in Chicago, IL?
Median $18.48/hour ($38,450/year). 25th–75th percentile runs $36,430–$44,850. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Stocker jobs are there in Chicago?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 79,850 Stocker 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 Stocker?
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 Stocker jobs for me?
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