As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Recreation Supervisor in Chicago, IL is $44,573, equivalent to $21 per hour, $857 weekly, or $3,714 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Recreation Supervisor in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Recreation Supervisor in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $33,647 to $53,723. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,854) and 75th percentile ($49,362), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,723 per year. This $10,508 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Therapeutic Recreation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Recreation Supervisor often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 249 statewide for Recreation Supervisor job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Recreation Supervisor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Recreation Supervisor Salary $33,647 Chicago, IL October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Recreation Supervisor Salary $38,854 Chicago, IL October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Recreation Supervisor Salary $44,573 Chicago, IL October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Recreation Supervisor Salary $49,362 Chicago, IL October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Recreation Supervisor Salary $53,723 Chicago, IL October 01, 2026
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    Recreation Supervisor

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Campus Recreation Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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