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Camp counselor salary in Chicago, IL, 2026

How much does a Camp Counselor make in Chicago, IL?

Average base salary

$19.53
13%
above national average
Average $19.53
Low $16.20
High $26.50

The average salary for a camp counselor is $19.53 per hour in Chicago, IL. 128 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 25, 2026).

Camp Counselor job openings in Chicago, IL

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Summer Camp Counselor at Junio...
Junior Chefs Kitchen1.5out of 5 stars.
Chicago, IL
$19 - $21 an hour
Part-time
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Camp Counselor in Chicago, IL

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Baker Tilly Canada
 
$93,040per year
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VineyardAppCamp
 
$91,520per year
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Camp Timberlane for Boys
 
$64,133per year
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Steve & Kate's Camp
 
$63,000per year
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LITTLE SCHOLARS LLC
 
$62,400per year
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KidzToPros
 
$56,591per year
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Highest paying cities for Camp Counselors near Chicago, IL

  1. Northbrook, IL
    $22.29 per hour
  2. Chicago, IL
    $19.53 per hour
  3. Evanston, IL
    $18.56 per hour
  4. Glencoe, IL
    $17.80 per hour
  5. Downers Grove, IL
    $17.64 per hour

Where can a Camp Counselor earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Camp Counselor get paid in Chicago, IL?

Junior Camp Counselor

Job openings
Average $18.00 per hour

Senior Camp Counselor

Job openings
Average $18.90 per hour