Auto Body Estimator Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does an Auto Body Estimator make in Chicago, IL? The average Auto Body Estimator salary in Chicago, IL is $94,207 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $85,190 and $107,518. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Auto Body Estimator - Portland

Mackin & Son Automotive Inc. - Portland , OR

Estimator - Auto Body Shop Family and locally owned since 1945, Mackin's Auto Body continues to be one of the most reputable and respected collision repair businesses in the Oregon and SW Washington ...

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Autobody Collision Junior Collision Estimator

Chilton Auto Body - San Rafael , CA

Collision Estimator Department: Operations Reports to: Location Manager Position Summary ... Ensure Chilton Auto Body's quality standards are met throughout the repair process and before the ...

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Auto Body Estimator

Marty Cancila Dodge Chrysler Jeep - Florissant , MO

YOUR ROLE AS OUR AUTO BODY ESTIMATOR This collision estimating position typically works Monday - Friday , leaving your weekends open and free! As our skilled and experienced Auto Body Estimator, you ...

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Auto Body Estimator

Eveland Bros. Collision Repair, Inc. - Merriam , KS

Collision Repair, Inc. is looking for an experienced Auto Body Estimator to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a local leader in collision repair that has been family ...

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Auto Body Estimator

AGC Collision Center - Los Angeles , CA

AGC Collision Center is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our client-focused team. As the first point of contact in our client-based experience, the Estimator plays a crucial role in ...

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Auto Repair Estimator

TGIF Body Shop - Fremont , CA

TGIF Body Shop in Fremont, CA is seeking a full-time Auto Repair Estimator. Are you passionate about cars? Do you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy providing accurate estimates? If so, we'd love ...

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What does an Auto Body Estimator do?

Common responsibilities of an Auto Body Estimator

Meeting with Adjusters and negotiate and advocate for OEM parts and OEM repairs.

May 08, 2023

Greeting customers upon arrival, going over the repair process for their specific claim.

February 18, 2023

Answering phones, handle supplements, ordering parts, assigning jobs, keeping customers updated from start to finish, assist customers in filing claims.

January 28, 2023

Examine the damaged vehicle to determine the extent of structural, body, mechanical, electrical, or interior damage.

February 22, 2023

Update information on vehicles departing and after vehicles have left the shop.

March 06, 2023

Manage all work authorizations, repair and parts orders, supplements and warranty work.

March 25, 2023

Enter invoices and complete other required paperwork.

March 25, 2023

Communicate to customers any outstanding moneys owing at time of authorization and at least 24 hours prior to delivery of vehicle.

April 05, 2023

Selected candidate must be able to perform all job functions that require pulling, pushing, bending, standing, lifting, and reaching.

May 21, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Auto Body Estimator in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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85190

107518

94207

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

86478

111341

96234

What is the average salary for Auto Body Estimator in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Auto Body Estimator in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Auto Body Estimator ranges from $85,190 to $107,518 with the average base salary of $94,207. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $86,478 to $111,341 with the average total cash compensation of $96,234.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$94,207	$85,190 - $107,518
Bonus	$2,027	$1,288 - $3,823
Total Pay	$96,234	$86,478 - $111,341

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Auto Body Estimator Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,669 - $108,123	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,669 - $108,123	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,572 - $108,000	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,637 - $108,082	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,637 - $108,082	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,719 - $105,662	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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