Report Shows Illinois Narrowing Gender Wage Gap

SPRINGFIELD —  A new report shows Illinois is narrowing the gender wage gap in the state.  The University of Illinois’ Project for Middle Class Renewal report finds that women earn about 91-to-93 cents for every dollar earned by men in comparable roles, with the smallest gaps appearing in professional and managerial positions.  Gender gaps have narrowed modestly in mid-and high-wage occupations but have widened for women in lower-wage roles.  Black and Hispanic workers earn approximately 90-to-94 cents for every dollar earned by White workers after controlling for job, firm, and region.