Wages also vary by location and size of the company. Employees may also be paid more depending on how much training and experience they have. Page layout workers who are members of a union may be paid more than non-union employees.
Page layout workers who work full time may receive benefits. Typical benefits include sick leave, paid vacation, and health insurance.
Desktop publishers (SOC 43-9031)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
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| 25% |
Median |
75% |
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| Illinois | Hourly | $25.70 | $32.94 | $38.01 |
| Yearly | $53,454 | $68,522 | $79,063 | |
| Cook County | Hourly | $37.63 | $38.00 | $39.90 |
| Yearly | $78,280 | $79,053 | $82,987 | |
| United States | Hourly | $16.21 | $23.04 | $32.69 |
| Yearly | $33,720 | $47,910 | $68,000 | |