Head of department: Average Salary in Chicago, IL, 2026

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How much does a Head of department make in Chicago, IL?

$93,616/ Annual
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The average Head of department in Chicago, IL is $93,616 per year or $47.38 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $51,262 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $145,750 per year.

Median$93,616

Low$51,262

High$145,750

Head of department: Average Salary in United States of America

Vermont$113,288

New York$98,239

Maine$95,127

Massachusetts$88,917

Montana$87,140

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