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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director Consulting Services in Illinois is $200,234 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $96.
However, a Director Consulting Services's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Director Consulting Services Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $225,503 | $18,792 | $4,337 | $108 |
| Average | $200,234 | $16,686 | $3,851 | $96 |
| 25th Percentile | $185,441 | $15,453 | $3,566 | $89 |
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A Director Consulting Services'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Director Consulting Services'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| IT Strate... Level Director Consulting Services | $129,040 |
| IT Strate... Level Director Consulting Services | $161,459 |
| IT Strate... Level Director Consulting Services | $145,005 |
| IT Strate... Level Director Consulting Services | $171,514 |
| Director ... Level Director Consulting Services | $198,377 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Director Consulting Services. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Director Consulting Services roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 46% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Director Consulting Services positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Director Consulting Services as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $244,286 | $117.0 | 22% |
| Internet | $228,267 | $110.0 | 14% |
| Biotechnology | $224,262 | $108.0 | 12% |
| Healthcare | $220,258 | $106.0 | 10% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $216,253 | $104.0 | 8% |
Understanding how a Director Consulting Services'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $225,503 | $18,792 | $4,337 | $108 |
| Average | $200,234 | $16,686 | $3,851 | $96 |
| 25th Percentile | $185,441 | $15,453 | $3,566 | $89 |
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