Staff Consultant Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Staff Consultant make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Staff Consultant in Chicago, IL is $69,470. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $53,915 to a high of $87,386, with most professionals earning between $61,328 and $78,848.

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Average Salary Range for Staff Consultant in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Staff Consultant in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Staff Consultant in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Staff Consultant ranges from $61,328 to $78,848 with the average base salary of $69,470. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $63,465 to $82,476 with the average total cash compensation of $72,197.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $69,470 $61,328 - $78,848
Bonus $2,727 $2,137 - $3,628
Total Pay $72,197 $63,465 - $82,476
* 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.

Staff Consultant Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,328 - $78,848 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,328 - $78,848 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,257 - $78,757 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,304 - $78,818 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,304 - $78,818 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,046 - $77,200 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
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