Executive Assistant and Project Manager Salary in Illinois

How much does an Executive Assistant and Project Manager make in Illinois?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Executive Assistant and Project Manager in Illinois is $112,740 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, an Executive Assistant and Project Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,830
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,570 to $126,920
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,490
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Executive Assistant and Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $126,920 $10,577 $2,441 $61
Average $112,740 $9,395 $2,168 $54
25th Percentile $100,570 $8,381 $1,934 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Executive Assistant and Project Manager Salaries

An Executive Assistant and Project Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Executive Assistant and Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Executive Assistant and Project Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Executive Administrative Assistant IV (7+ years): $100,614
  • Executive Administrative Assistant V (7-10 years): $120,663
  • Executive Administrative Supervisor (10+ years): $84,618
  • Executive Administrative Senior Supervisor (10+ years): $102,579
  • Executive Assistant and Project Manager (10+ years): $112,739
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Executive Administrative Assistant IV7+ years$100,614
Executive Administrative Assistant V7-10 years$120,663
Executive Administrative Supervisor10+ years$84,618
Executive Administrative Senior Supervisor10+ years$102,579
Executive Assistant and Project Manager10+ years$112,739
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Top Paying Cities for Executive Assistant and Project Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Effingham: $103,930
  • Saint Peter: $103,780
  • Salem: $104,180

Executive Assistant and Project Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Executive Assistant and Project Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $126,099. While startup companies pay approximate $106,642.

Executive Assistant and Project Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$106,642
Growth Stage51~500$112,790
Established501~5000$121,772
Enterprise5000+$126,099

Executive Assistant and Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Executive Assistant and Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Executive Assistant and Project Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Executive Assistant and Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Executive Assistant and Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$140,925$68.025%
Internet$135,288$65.020%
Biotechnology$129,651$62.015%
Financial Services$129,651$62.015%
Pharmaceuticals$129,651$62.015%

Executive Assistant and Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Executive Assistant and Project Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$100,570
Average $112,740/year
$126,920
$8,381
Average $9,395/month
$10,577
$1,934
Average $2,168/week
$2,441
$48
Average $54/hour
$61
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $126,920 $10,577 $2,441 $61
Average $112,740 $9,395 $2,168 $54
25th Percentile $100,570 $8,381 $1,934 $48

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