Body Shop Estimator Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Body Shop Estimator make in Chicago, IL? The average Body Shop 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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Bilingual Body Shop Estimator

DARCARS Automotive Group - College Park , MD

As a Body Shop Estimator you will inspect and appraise customer's vehicles to determine cost of repairs for damages that will be billed as an insurance claim or customer expense. This role will also ...

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AUTO SERVICE Body Shop Estimator

Vara Chevrolet - San Antonio , TX

We are looking for a Body Shop Estimator to join our growing team! The right candidate will have the ability to learn new technology and have a strong background in customer service. The day-to-day ...

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Body Shop Estimator

BMW Concord - Concord , CA

Sunwise Auto Group is looking for a Body Shop Estimator to join our growing and expanding team at BMW Concord Collision Center! Being part of Sunwise Auto Group is more than just new and used sales ...

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Body Shop Estimator

Jerry Haggerty Chevrolet - Glen Ellyn , IL

Jerry Haggerty Chevrolet is seeking a full-time Body Shop Estimator to join our team in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. This position is a key role in our collision center , responsible for accurately and ...

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Body Shop Estimator

Casa Autoplex - Las Cruces , NM

Paid time off The Casa Autoplex of Las Cruces is seeking a Body Shop Estimator that works directly with customers, uses electronic pricing and scheduling systems, helps develop repair plans, and ...

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Body Shop Estimator

Housby Mack, Inc. - Des Moines , IA

Housby is looking for an experienced Body Shop Estimator to join our team. This position will be responsible for providing quality estimates and customer service to our existing customers, while also ...

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What does a Body Shop Estimator do?

Common responsibilities of a Body Shop Estimator

Estimates cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item and determines feasibility of repair versus replacement.

October 01, 2022

Prepare mailings for follow-up on retail estimates, past customers, trade/fleet prospects, and field all phone calls to the center, directing to the appropriate parties.

February 05, 2023

Determines feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors.

February 26, 2023

Review all final bills and supplemental billings for accuracy, and thoroughly check the final repairs prior to delivery to the customer.

March 18, 2023

Provide final inspection of all aspects of repairs and approve quality of finished repair before notifying customer of completion, and before customer takes possession of vehicle.

March 29, 2023

Obtain correct vehicle data to include insurance information, if applicable, as well as correct mileage, VIN# and customer information, including signature on RO and proper forms.

April 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Body Shop 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 Body Shop Estimator in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Body Shop Estimator in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Body Shop 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.

Body Shop 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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