Chief Executives Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $210,920 +2.2% vs national
Median hourly $101.40
10th percentile $30,910
90th percentile —
Employed locally 60
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,910
    25th
    $140,380
    50th (median)
    $210,920

    Top-paying metros for Chief Executives

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Medford, OR $615,500
    Midland, MI $587,950
    Midland, TX $389,330
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $388,060
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $381,330
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $375,810

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $79,760
    Financial Managers $121,910
    Industrial Production Managers $109,550
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $98,420
    Medical and Health Services Managers $100,670
    Sales Managers $122,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Northwest Illinois is $101.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $237.99 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Northwest Illinois is 2.2% above the national median of $206,420. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Chief Executives in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $30,910 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $140,380.