Paid Focus Groups in Illinois
Looking for paid research studies in Illinois? Browse 22 current focus groups, surveys and product tests below — updated daily. Illinois has 17 established focus group facilities for in-person research sessions. Most are in Chicago, Deerfield, Des Plaines, Glenview, and more across the state. Many of these facilities let you sign up to their participant database directly, so you hear about new local studies first.
Schaumburg Study for Parents of Kids Ages 10–17 – Earn $250
Downtown Chicago Cook County Focus Group on Nov 13 – Earn $350
Chicago Cook County Community Opinions Focus Group – Earn $350
Chicago Video Gamers Focus Group (Ages 20–40) – Earn $250
Paid Bladder Health Research Study in 8 Cities – Earn $100
Chicago Cocaine Use Treatment Research Study – Earn Up to $968
Chicago Kids Word Learning Study (Ages 4–6) – Earn Up to $75
Chicago Community Health Study (COMPASS) – Earn Up to $100
Chicago Study for Girls Ages 12–15 – $175 for 30 Minutes
Chicago Home Sellers Focus Group – Earn $200
Chicago Women’s Shoe Shopping Study – Earn $225
High Cholesterol Patient Study in Chicago, Raleigh & Tampa – Earn $250
Chicago Caregiver Study: Heart Health Injection Device – Earn $250
Chicago Health & Lifestyle Study for GLP-1 Users – Earn $250–$475
Chicago Personal & Home Care Study – Earn Up to $400
Chicago Mobile Phone Store Study – Earn $200
Downtown Chicago Candy Taste Study – Earn $100–$150
GLP-1 User Interviews in Downtown Chicago – Earn $200
Chicago Autoinjector Study for Women – $100 for 30 Minutes
Paid Injection Device Study in Chicago, IL & Raleigh, NC – Earn $218.75
Focus Group Facilities in Illinois
Chicago
Deerfield
Des Plaines
Glenview
Mokena
North Riverside
Schaumburg
Wheaton
Focus groups in Illinois
Market research companies across Illinois regularly recruit participants for focus groups, clinical trials, product tests and interviews — both in-person at local facilities and online. You apply, answer a short screener, and if you qualify, you're booked for a paid session.
What they pay
| Online survey (15–30 min) | $5–$50 |
| In-person focus group (60–90 min) | $75–$250 |
| 1-on-1 interview (60 min) | $100–$300 |
| Product test | $50–$150 + product |
| Professional & specialist studies | $250–$975 |
FAQ
Who can join a focus group in Illinois?
Most studies are open to adults 18+ who live in Illinois. Some look for specific profiles — an age range, a health condition or a product you own.
Are there online options?
Yes — many studies listed here are fully online. You can also browse our nationwide page for studies open to anyone in the US.
How do I get paid?
Usually PayPal, e-gift card or check within 1–4 weeks of the session.
Are these studies legit?
Every study is from an established research company. You never pay to take part.