Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $162,860 | $163,773 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $78.30 | $78.74 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $162,860.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $166,194 | $78,750 | $183,750 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Marketing Manager in Illinois is $162,860, or about $78.30 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Marketing Managers is $163,773. Illinois is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level marketing managers in Illinois typically earn from $78,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 21,140 marketing manager jobs on record and a median salary of $162,860, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.