Top Paying Jobs in Kankakee, IL (2026)
Kankakee, IL has 90 jobs across diverse industries. The highest-paying occupations include Pharmacists ($134,910), Sales Managers ($128,970), Nurse Practitioners ($123,700). The cost of living index is 96.39 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,326/month.
$105K
Avg. median salary
96.39
Cost of living index
$1,326
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Cost of living vs. national average-3.6% less expensive
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2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,326/mo
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