High School Band Director Salary in Chicago, Illinois

High School Band Director Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a High School Band Director make in Chicago, IL?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a High School Band Director in Chicago, IL is $50,335. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $40,840 to a high of $64,771, with most professionals earning between $45,365 and $57,891.

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10th Percentile High School Band Director Salary $40,840 Chicago,IL May 01, 2025
25th Percentile High School Band Director Salary $45,365 Chicago,IL May 01, 2025
50th Percentile High School Band Director Salary $50,335 Chicago,IL May 01, 2025
75th Percentile High School Band Director Salary $57,891 Chicago,IL May 01, 2025
90th Percentile High School Band Director Salary $64,771 Chicago,IL May 01, 2025
25% $45,365 10% $40,840 90% $64,771 75% $57,891 $50,335 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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45365
57891
50335

Average Total Cash Compensation

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36464
72299
46945
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of High School Band Director in Chicago, IL. The base salary for High School Band Director ranges from $45,365 to $57,891 with the average base salary of $50,335. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,464 to $72,299 with the average total cash compensation of $46,945.

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