Careers · Appraisers of Personal and Business Property · Illinois
Appraisers of Personal and Business Property in Illinois
Appraisers of personal and business property estimate the fair value of tangible assets such as jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, equipment, and land. They work for appraisal firms, auction houses, insurance companies, banks, and often as independent contractors In Illinois the median pay is $60,150 a year, 11% below the national median of $67,960.
$60,150median pay in Illinois, per year
$47,050–$90,790middle half earn
1,700employed in Illinois
$67,960U.S. median, for comparison
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Four short assessments and your background, scored against appraisers of personal and business property and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against appraisers of personal and business property and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Who is hiring in Illinois
3open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in Illinois or remote
3employers hiring
2posted in the last 7 days
What it takes
Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.
Skills that matter most
Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingWritingActive ListeningSpeakingActive LearningComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision Making
Knowledge areas
English LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceMathematics (knowledge)AdministrativeAdministration and ManagementComputers and Electronics
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Appraisers of Personal and Business Property.
Licenses and training in Illinois
Appraisers of Personal and Business Property pay in other states
District of Columbia · $107,980New Jersey · $92,390Massachusetts · $91,750California · $88,900Connecticut · $86,050Washington · $83,710Minnesota · $83,400Maine · $80,930Alaska · $80,330Iowa · $80,160
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against appraisers of personal and business property and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against appraisers of personal and business property and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 13-2022.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Illinois, annual.