Knowledge Management & Learning Director Salary in Illinois

How much does a Knowledge Management & Learning Director make in Illinois?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Knowledge Management & Learning Director in Illinois is $221,995 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $107.

However, a Knowledge Management & Learning Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $265,179
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $199,744 to $244,599
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $179,486
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Knowledge Management & Learning Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $244,599 $20,383 $4,704 $118
Average $221,995 $18,500 $4,269 $107
25th Percentile $199,744 $16,645 $3,841 $96
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Key Factors That Influence Knowledge Management & Learning Director Salaries

A Knowledge Management & Learning Director'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 Knowledge Management & Learning Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Knowledge Management & Learning Director'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:

  • Knowledge Management & Learning Director (0-0 years): $222,005
  • SVP of Technology Innovation (0-0 years): $272,871
  • CTO (0-0 years): $315,650
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Knowledge Management & Learning Director0-0 years$222,005
SVP of Technology Innovation0-0 years$272,871
CTO0-0 years$315,650
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Top Paying Cities for Knowledge Management & Learning Directors

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: $204,634
  • Saint Peter: $204,353
  • Salem: $205,131

Knowledge Management & Learning Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Knowledge Management & Learning Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $248,300. While startup companies pay approximate $209,987.

Knowledge Management & Learning Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$209,987
Growth Stage51~500$222,094
Established501~5000$239,781
Enterprise5000+$248,300

Knowledge Management & Learning Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Knowledge Management & Learning Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 77% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Knowledge Management & Learning Director positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Knowledge Management & Learning Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Knowledge Management & Learning Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$299,693$144.035%
Internet$266,394$128.020%
Energy & Utilities$255,294$123.015%
Financial Services$255,294$123.015%
Pharmaceuticals$255,294$123.015%

Knowledge Management & Learning Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Knowledge Management & Learning Director'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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Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$199,744
Average $221,995/year
$244,599
$16,645
Average $18,500/month
$20,383
$3,841
Average $4,269/week
$4,704
$96
Average $107/hour
$118
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $244,599 $20,383 $4,704 $118
Average $221,995 $18,500 $4,269 $107
25th Percentile $199,744 $16,645 $3,841 $96

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