As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Ombudsman in Chicago, IL is $173,319, equivalent to $83 per hour, $3,333 weekly, or $14,443 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Ombudsman in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Ombudsman in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $148,084 to $209,686. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($160,110) and 75th percentile ($192,355), while top earners (90th percentile) make $209,686 per year. This $32,245 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Case Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Ombudsman often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 249 statewide for Ombudsman 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
Ombudsman Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $148,084 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $160,110 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $173,319 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $192,355 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $209,686 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
25% $160,110 10% $148,084 90% $209,686 75% $192,355 $173,319 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Ombudsman ?

An ombudsman, ombudsperson, ombud, or public advocate is an official who is charged with representing the interests of the public by investigating and addressing complaints of maladministration or a violation of rights. The ombudsman is usually appointed by the government or by parliament, but with a significant degree of independence. In some countries an inspector general, citizen advocate or other official may have duties similar to those of a national ombudsman, and may also be appointed by a legislature. Below the national level an ombudsman may be appointed by a state, local or municipal...

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