Virtual assistant jobs in Illinois

Common questions about virtual assistant jobs in Illinois

• How much do remote virtual assistant jobs in Illinois pay?

  Verified listings in this category pay a median of $22/hour, ranging from $16 to $38/hour. Most fully remote roles pay the same nationally regardless of where you live.

• Are these jobs only for residents of Illinois?

  Most are open to anyone in the United States. We surface Illinois explicitly when employers list it as a preferred or eligible location.

• Do I need to live in Illinois to apply?

  No — most cushy WFH listings are open to all 50 states. Listings tagged "Illinois" usually mean the employer prefers Illinois residents (sometimes for tax/payroll reasons) but will still hire from neighboring states. Check each posting.

• How much do remote virtual assistants make?

  Verified VA listings on Cushy Jobs pay a median of $22/hour, with the top quartile above $28/hour. Established VA agencies (Belay, Time Etc, Boldly) are at the upper end; freelance Upwork rates trend lower.

• Is virtual assistant work part-time friendly?

  Very. About 41% of VA listings offer part-time schedules, and many agencies start you at 15–20 hours/week and ramp up.