Sound Technician Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Sound Technician Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Sound Technician make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Sound Technician in Chicago, IL is $57,421. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $45,007 to a high of $72,311, with most professionals earning between $50,923 and $65,215.

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10th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $45,007 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $50,923 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $57,421 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $65,215 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $72,311 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $50,923 10% $45,007 90% $72,311 75% $65,215 $57,421 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Audio Visual Technician I

    0 - 1 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Sound Technician

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Audio Visual Technician III

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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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 Sound Technician in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Sound Technician ranges from $50,923 to $65,215 with the average base salary of $57,421. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,923 to $65,215 with the average total cash compensation of $57,421.

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