As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for conversion rate optimization in Chicago, IL is $68,310, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,314 weekly, or $5,693 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for conversion rate optimization in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for conversion rate optimization in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $56,862 to $81,622. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,318) and 75th percentile ($75,278), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,622 per year. This $12,960 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or E- Commerce, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago conversion rate optimization often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 264 statewide for conversion rate optimization job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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conversion rate optimization Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile conversion rate optimization Salary $56,862 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
25th Percentile conversion rate optimization Salary $62,318 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
50th Percentile conversion rate optimization Salary $68,310 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
75th Percentile conversion rate optimization Salary $75,278 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
90th Percentile conversion rate optimization Salary $81,622 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
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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 conversion rate optimization in Chicago, IL. The base salary for conversion rate optimization ranges from $62,318 to $75,278 with the average base salary of $68,310. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,346 to $86,568 with the average total cash compensation of $76,038.

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