Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $155,280 | $146,653 | +6% |
| Median hourly wage | $74.65 | $70.51 | +6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $155,280.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $141,918 | $78,750 | $183,750 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in Illinois is $155,280, or about $74.65 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. Illinois is +6% above the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in Illinois typically earn from $78,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 32,240 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $155,280, Illinois offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.