As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Diver in Chicago, IL is $59,434, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,143 weekly, or $4,953 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Diver in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Diver in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $39,380 to $84,227. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,937) and 75th percentile ($72,412), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,227 per year. This $23,475 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Diver often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 264 statewide for Diver 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
Diver Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Diver Salary $39,380 Chicago, IL April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Diver Salary $48,937 Chicago, IL April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Diver Salary $59,434 Chicago, IL April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Diver Salary $72,412 Chicago, IL April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Diver Salary $84,227 Chicago, IL April 01, 2026
25% $48,937 10% $39,380 90% $84,227 75% $72,412 $59,434 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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