Executive Assistant Salary in Chicago, IL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$71,584
Hourly Rate
$34.42
/hour
Jobs in Area
528
employed
Executive Assistant Salary Range in Chicago, IL
Annual Salary Range
$46k
10th percentile
$58k
25th
$86k
75th
$104k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $46,216 | $22.22 |
| 25th Percentile | $57,540 | $27.66 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $71,584 | $34.42 |
| 75th Percentile | $85,891 | $41.29 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $103,566 | $49.79 |
| Average (Mean) | $78,206 | $37.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Executive Assistant salary in Chicago, IL is $71,584 per year or $34.42 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
$69,480
vs Illinois Average
$69,268
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$67,917
Cost of living in Chicago, IL is 5.4% above the national average.
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