Residential Program Director Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Residential Program Director make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Residential Program Director in Chicago, IL is $123,423. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $110,914 to $141,054, with most professionals earning between $99,525 and $157,106.

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Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action in absence of a nurse.

November 26, 2022

Maintains current knowledge of state treatment initiatives, program development trends and other relevant issues that may impact the clients and programs and seeks out opportunities to advance personal knowledge of treatment trends that may positively impact the services provided by the organization.

March 27, 2023

Demonstrates expertise in clinical leadership by implementing timely admissions, continued services, and discharge processes for the program, with focus on utilization and fiscal stability.

March 30, 2023

Developing, implementing and managing a multidisciplinary treatment program which will meet the needs of program clients and also prepare them for long-term success in the community.

April 23, 2023

Participate in the screening and selection of all individuals being considered for admission to the program, in conjunction with the Program Director and Program Coordinator, as well soliciting, screening, and interviewing candidates for staff openings at the program.

May 04, 2023

Supervises and maintains a positive team of well trained employees who provide support, direction and oversight to the interactions of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

May 19, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Residential Program Director in Chicago, IL

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What is the average salary for Residential Program Director in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Residential Program Director in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Residential Program Director ranges from $110,914 to $141,054 with the average base salary of $123,423. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $110,914 to $141,196 with the average total cash compensation of $123,433.

View Average Salary for Residential Program Director as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$123,423	$110,914 - $141,054
Bonus	$10	$0 - $143
Total Pay	$123,433	$110,914 - $141,196

* 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.

Residential Program Director Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,914 - $141,054	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,914 - $141,054	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,785 - $140,890	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,871 - $140,999	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,871 - $140,999	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $108,595 - $138,106	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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