How much does a director make in Illinois?
$53,600a year
Median yearly pay for directors in Illinois. That is $25.77 an hour or $4,467 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.77
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 43
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,970Median: $53,600Highest 10%: $94,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,970 | $17.29 | |
| 25th | $46,910 | $22.55 | |
| Median | $53,600 | $25.77 | |
| 75th | $67,540 | $32.47 | |
| 90th | $94,880 | $45.62 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Peoria, IL | $58,300 |
| Chicago, IL | $52,560 |
| St. Louis, MO | $50,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for directors.
| 18. Utah | $56,790 |
| 19. Washington | $56,480 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $55,510 |
| 21. Illinois | $53,600 |
| 22. South Dakota | $53,360 |
| 23. Missouri | $52,980 |
| 24. Kentucky | $52,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a director make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $25.77 ($53,600 a year).
Do directors make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $53,600 against $52,100 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Illinois rank for director pay?
Illinois ranks 21 of 43 states.
Which city in Illinois pays directors the most?
Peoria, IL, with a median of $58,300 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.