As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Accreditation Specialist in Chicago, IL is $81,858, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,574 weekly, or $6,822 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Accreditation Specialist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Accreditation Specialist in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $65,281 to $94,678. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($73,181) and 75th percentile ($88,569), while top earners (90th percentile) make $94,678 per year. This $15,388 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Financial Services, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Accreditation Specialist often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 249 statewide for Accreditation Specialist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Accreditation Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Accreditation Specialist Salary $65,281 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Accreditation Specialist Salary $73,181 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Accreditation Specialist Salary $81,858 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Accreditation Specialist Salary $88,569 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Accreditation Specialist Salary $94,678 Chicago, IL August 01, 2026
25% $73,181 10% $65,281 90% $94,678 75% $88,569 $81,858 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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