Collection Clerk Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Collection Clerk make in Chicago, IL? The average Collection Clerk salary in Chicago, IL is $44,484 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $39,866 and $49,739. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Collection Clerk Salary	$35,663	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Collection Clerk Salary	$39,866	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Collection Clerk Salary	$44,484	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Collection Clerk Salary	$49,739	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Collection Clerk Salary	$54,524	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025

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Collector

The Goal Family of Companies - SIOUX FALLS , SD

At Goal Solutions we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are an employee-focused company, committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workpla

- 20 days ago

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Assist with new account credit review to determine the creditworthiness of customers, using external credit risk management tools and reports.

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Receive visitors and phone calls, providing general information to customers and referring nonroutine inquires to the appropriate staff member.

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Collections clerk must possess strong math skills and a solid understanding of finances and know how to navigate computer software used to assist with billing.

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Collection Clerk in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Collection Clerk ranges from $39,866 to $49,739 with the average base salary of $44,484. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,829 to $51,383 with the average total cash compensation of $45,682.

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About Chicago, Illinois Chicago (/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ (listen), locally also /-ˈkɔː-/), officially the City of Chicago, is the most populous city in Illinois, as well as the third mos....More

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