Construction Manager Salary in Chicago, IL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$112,057
Hourly Rate
$53.87
/hour
Jobs in Area
336
employed
Construction Manager Salary Range in Chicago, IL
Annual Salary Range
$74k
10th percentile
$90k
25th
$136k
75th
$156k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $73,789 | $35.48 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,360 | $43.44 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $112,057 | $53.87 |
| 75th Percentile | $136,131 | $65.45 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $156,131 | $75.06 |
| Average (Mean) | $119,142 | $57.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Construction Manager salary in Chicago, IL is $112,057 per year or $53.87 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
$110,380
vs Illinois Average
$109,400
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$106,316
Cost of living in Chicago, IL is 5.4% above the national average.
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