Chief Executives Salary in Illinois
Chief Executives in Illinois earn a median of $331,920 a year, +55% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $331,920
- vs. U.S. median
- +55% ($213,990)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 4,620
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $133,170; the top 10% earn over $589,720. Nationally the range is $75,700 to $507,730.
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Chief Executives pay in Illinois
How much do chief executives make in Illinois?
The median is $331,920 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $133,170 and the top 10% earn over $589,720. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for chief executives?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 46 (+55% vs. the national median of $213,990). Living costs are not included.