How much does a Project Management Consultant make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Project Management Consultant in Chicago, IL is $156,103. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $133,305 to a high of $184,457, with most professionals earning between $144,170 and $170,944.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Project Management Consultant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Project Management Consultant Salary $133,305 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Project Management Consultant Salary $144,170 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Project Management Consultant Salary $156,103 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Project Management Consultant Salary $170,944 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Project Management Consultant Salary $184,457 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $144,170 10% $133,305 90% $184,457 75% $170,944 $156,103 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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156103

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144170
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156103
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