How much does a Media Specialist make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Media Specialist in Chicago, IL is $57,660. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $48,584 to $62,594, with most professionals earning between $40,321 and $67,087.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Media Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $40,321 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $48,584 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $57,660 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $62,594 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Media Specialist Salary $67,087 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $48,584 10% $40,321 90% $67,087 75% $62,594 $57,660 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Media Specialist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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