High-paying retail jobs in Chicago

Retail sells goods directly to consumers in stores or online. Retail associates assist customers and manage inventory. Customer service and communication skills are key.


The 3,241 retail jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $33,907 and $134,061 per year. Retail Sales Associate, Cashier and Store Manager are among the most popular high-paying roles in Chicago, IL.

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Updated Aug 15, 2026
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Chicago, IL
Illinois
Job openings (Chicago)

Lead Associate

Chicago

$134,061 per year

Illinois

$38,537 per year

Store Manager

Chicago

$70,057 per year

Illinois

$59,807 per year

Assistant Store Manager

Chicago

$24.71 per hour

Illinois

$20.58 per hour

Front End Associate

Chicago

$21.78 per hour

Illinois

$16.91 per hour

Beauty Advisor

Chicago

$21.15 per hour

Illinois

$19.37 per hour

Retail Assistant Manager

Chicago

$19.56 per hour

Illinois

$17.68 per hour

Retail Sales Associate

Chicago

$18.65 per hour

Illinois

$17.38 per hour

Merchandiser

Chicago

$18.55 per hour

Illinois

$16.98 per hour

Cashier

Chicago

$17.40 per hour

Illinois

$16.54 per hour

Guest Advocate

Chicago

$16.95 per hour

Illinois

$19.66 per hour

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