Illinois Purchasing Agents: Schools and Careers

Fast Facts for Purchasing Agents in Illinois

  • Cities with highest percentage of jobs relative to population: Peoria, Rockford and Chicago
  • Cities with lowest percentage of jobs relative to population: Springfield, Kankakee and Champaign
  • Cities with the highest absolute number of jobs: Chicago, Peoria and Rockford

Salaries for Purchasing Agents in Illinois

  • Metro areas with the highest median salaries: Chicago, Danville and Champaign
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