Accountant Salary in Chicago, IL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$80,708
Hourly Rate
$38.80
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,472
employed
Accountant Salary Range in Chicago, IL
Annual Salary Range
$52k
10th percentile
$66k
25th
$95k
75th
$117k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $52,469 | $25.23 |
| 25th Percentile | $65,611 | $31.54 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $80,708 | $38.80 |
| 75th Percentile | $94,661 | $45.51 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $117,203 | $56.35 |
| Average (Mean) | $87,712 | $42.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Accountant salary in Chicago, IL is $80,708 per year or $38.80 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Chicago, IL Compares
vs National Average
$79,880
vs Illinois Average
$80,860
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$76,573
Cost of living in Chicago, IL is 5.4% above the national average.
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