Art director salary in Chicago, IL

The average salary for an Art Director is $80,406 per year in Chicago, IL. This figure is based on 43 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 3, 2026.

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Art Director salaries in Chicago, IL typically range between a low of $49,748 and a high of $129,959 per year, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Art Director in Chicago, IL include Bannockburn, IL at $127,280 per year, Palatine, IL at $80,422 per year, and Rantoul, IL at $75,975 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Art Director in Chicago, IL include Chicago ($172,500 per year) and The AZEK Company ($140,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Art Director salary in Chicago, IL compares to related positions:

• Junior Art Director: Average $57,652 per year
• Senior Art Director: Average $93,152 per year