Music Producer Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Music Producer make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Music Producer in Chicago, IL is $68,710. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $52,637 to a high of $88,739, with most professionals earning between $60,296 and $79,194.

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Average Salary Range for Music Producer in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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79194
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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69350
What is the average salary for Music Producer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Music Producer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Music Producer ranges from $60,296 to $79,194 with the average base salary of $68,710. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,628 to $79,766 with the average total cash compensation of $69,350.

View Average Salary for Music Producer as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $68,710 $60,296 - $79,194
Bonus $641 $332 - $572
Total Pay $69,350 $60,628 - $79,766
* 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.

Music Producer Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,296 - $79,194 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,296 - $79,194 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,226 - $79,102 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,273 - $79,163 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,273 - $79,163 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,036 - $77,539 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
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