How much does a compensation and benefits manager make in Illinois?
$151,700a year
Median yearly pay for compensation and benefits managers in Illinois. That is $72.95 an hour or $12,640 a month.
- Hourly
- $72.95
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $78,420Median: $151,700Highest 10%: $235,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $78,420 | $37.70 | |
| 25th | $104,100 | $50.03 | |
| Median | $151,700 | $72.95 | |
| 75th | $202,900 | $97.55 | |
| 90th | $235,700 | $113.33 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $155,300 |
| St. Louis, MO | $110,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensation and benefits managers.
| 11. Oregon | $161,500 |
| 12. District of Columbia | $161,000 |
| 13. Virginia | $153,700 |
| 14. Illinois | $151,700 |
| 15. Michigan | $151,600 |
| 16. Rhode Island | $149,300 |
| 17. Ohio | $141,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation and benefits manager make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $72.95 ($151,700 a year).
Do compensation and benefits managers make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $151,700 against $149,200 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Illinois rank for compensation and benefits manager pay?
Illinois ranks 14 of 45 states.
Which city in Illinois pays compensation and benefits managers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $155,300 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.