In 2008, social workers in all of Illinois made 17% less, on average, than social workers employed by the State of Illinois.

State agencies spent more than $4 million on building and ground maintenance, with the Department of Military Affairs spending the most.

In 2008, the State of Illinois paid its 43 dietitians and dietary managers over two million dollars in wages.

During a time of fiscal crisis the DNR was handing out over $95 million in yearly wages.

Twenty-four barbers and three beauticians received a total of $1.76 million in wages in 2008 from various departments, including the Department of Corrections.

Over 2008 and 2009, the State of Illinois spent more than $2.85 million on medical, scientific, and laboratory supplies. Which departments spent the most? Find out here.

The Department of Veteran Affairs and the Department of Transportation were among the departments that spent the most on household, laundry, and cleaning supplies.

Over 2008 and 2009, the State of Illinois spent more than $2.85 million on medical, scientific, and laboratory supplies. Which departments spent the most? Find out here.