Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $109,160 | $115,089 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $52.48 | $55.33 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $109,160.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Construction Manager in Illinois is $109,160, or about $52.48 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Construction Managers is $115,089. Illinois is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level construction managers in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 19,160 construction manager jobs on record and a median salary of $109,160, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.