Communication Specialist III Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Communication Specialist III make in Chicago, IL? The average Communication Specialist III salary in Chicago, IL is $101,124 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $91,885 and $111,886. 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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Communication Specialist III

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Communication Specialist
Pediatric Therapeutic Services, Inc. - WAYNE , PA
Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide school-based services for a local school district. Perks. We of
- 132 days ago
Communication Specialist
Pediatric Therapeutic Services, Inc. - PHILADELPHIA , PA
Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide school-based services for a local school district for the 24/25 S
- 132 days ago
Speech and Communication Disorders Specialist
Pediatric Therapeutic Services, Inc. - NAPLES , FL
Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide school-based services for a local school district. Perks. We of
- 130 days ago
Communication Specialist (COMFRC) with Security Clearance
UICGS and Bowhead Family of Companies - PATUXENT RIVER , MD
Overview Bowhead Total Enterprise Solutions seeks a Communications Specialist experienced in internal and external communications to join our team in support Co
- 1 day ago
Communication Systems Specialist with Security Clearance
Tactical Engineering & Analysis Inc. - SAN DIEGO , CA
Overview We are seeking a candidate with experience in U.S. Military Radio Frequency (RF) Line-of-Sight Communication Systems, beyond Line-of-Sight Communicatio
- 1 day ago
Strategic Communication Specialist with Security Clearance
Cherokee Federal - WASHINGTON , DC
Strategic Communications Specialist This position requires an active Secret clearance. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Communications
- 1 day ago

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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 Communication Specialist III in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Communication Specialist III ranges from $91,885 to $111,886 with the average base salary of $101,124. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $95,892 to $118,998 with the average total cash compensation of $106,574.

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