How much does a director make in Chicago?
$52,560a year
Median yearly pay for directors in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area. That is $25.27 an hour or $4,380 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.27
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 85
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,420Median: $52,560Highest 10%: $92,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,420 | $18.47 | |
| 25th | $47,190 | $22.69 | |
| Median | $52,560 | $25.27 | |
| 75th | $65,540 | $31.51 | |
| 90th | $92,750 | $44.59 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for directors.
| Peoria, IL | $58,300 |
| St. Louis, MO | $50,230 |
Related jobs in Chicago
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $71,740 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,430 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $67,610 |
| Child | $64,790 |
| Educational | $64,730 |
| Clergy | $61,820 |
| Substance Abuse | $61,600 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $61,360 |
| Health Education Specialist | $60,120 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $57,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a director make an hour in Chicago?
The median hourly pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area is $25.27 ($52,560 a year).
Do directors make more in Chicago than the national average?
Yes: $52,560 against $52,100 nationally, 1% more.
How does Chicago compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $53,600, so Chicago pays 2% less.
Where does Chicago rank for director pay?
33 of 85 metro areas with data.
How much does a director make starting out in Chicago?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,420 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,750 or more.
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.