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Art Directors Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Art Directors make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$103,550
Median Annual Salary
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+3.0% vs 2024
$114,870
Mean Salary
$103,550
Median Salary
$49.78
Hourly Rate
2,960 people work as Art Directors in Illinois
Art Directors salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Art Directors in Illinois earn a median salary of $103,550 per year ($8,629/month).
This is 9.1% above the national average of $94,938.
Illinois ranks #13 out of 46 states for Art Directors pay.
Approximately 2,960 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 3.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Art Directors
Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting, video, and film. Direct workers engaged in artwork or layout design.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.75
Judgment and Decision Making
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Design
4.35
English Language
4.25
Computers and Electronics
4.24
Fine Arts
4.19
Communications and Media
4.12
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(68.0% of workers)
Salaries for Art Directors in Illinois range from $69,200 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $172,050 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $79,820 and $134,680.
The median annual salary for Art Directors in Illinois is $103,550 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $114,870.
What is the salary range for a Art Directors in Illinois?
Salaries for Art Directors in Illinois range from $69,200 at the 10th percentile to $172,050 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $79,820 and $134,680.
What is the starting salary for a Art Directors in Illinois?
Entry-level Art Directors positions in Illinois typically start around $69,200 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $79,820 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Art Directors in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,960 people are employed as Art Directors in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Art Directors in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Art Directors in Illinois is approximately $49.78 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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