Advertising and Promotions Managers Salary in Illinois (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Advertising and Promotions Managers in Illinois, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Illinois Median
$167,330
per year
Hourly Rate
$80.45
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+25% vs US median
US median $133,660
State Rank
#2 of 37
160 employed here

How much do Advertising and Promotions Managers make in Illinois?

Advertising and Promotions Managers in Illinois take home a median of $167,330 annually — roughly $80.45 an hour — which runs 25% above the national median of $133,660.

Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $75,810 while the top 10% make $223,250 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $121,480 and $212,280 a year.

Advertising and Promotions Managers salary range in Illinois

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$75,810$36.45
25th percentile (early career)$121,480$58.40
50th percentile (median)$167,330$80.45
75th percentile (experienced)$212,280$102.06
90th percentile (top earners)$223,250$107.33

How Illinois compares

Illinois ranks 2nd out of 37 states and territories for Advertising and Promotions Managers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New York$173,700
2Illinois$167,330
3California$167,230
4New Jersey$165,390
5Colorado$164,990

Working as Advertising and Promotions Managers in Illinois

Nationally, about 21,000 people work as Advertising and Promotions Managers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($167,330) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Advertising and Promotions Managers make in Illinois?
The median Advertising and Promotions Managers salary in Illinois is $167,330 per year, or about $80.45 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $75,810 at the entry level to $223,250 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Advertising and Promotions Managers about 25% more than the national median of $133,660. Illinois ranks 2nd out of 37 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Advertising and Promotions Managers?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $167,330 a year. About 160 Advertising and Promotions Managers are employed in Illinois. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Illinois?
The highest-paying occupations in Illinois include Cardiologist ($517,850), Surgeon, All Other ($438,010), Dermatologist ($435,750), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.