Benefits specialist: Average Salary in Chicago, IL, 2026

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How much does a Benefits specialist make in Chicago, IL?

$58,338/ Annual
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The average Benefits specialist in Chicago, IL is $58,338 per year or $29.52 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $41,600 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $126,530 per year.

Median$58,338

Low$41,600

High$126,530

Benefits specialist: Average Salary in United States of America

New Mexico$92,425

Maryland$61,897

Virginia$60,752

California$60,607

New York$60,156

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