Personal Care & Fitness Chicago, IL Pop. 2,693,976

Fitness Center Manager Salary in Chicago, Illinois

The median fitness center manager salary in Chicago, IL is $55,640 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 12.6% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$55,640
vs State Avg
+$6,240
vs National
+$3,640
Cost of Living
107%

Fitness Center Manager Salary in Chicago by Experience

In Chicago, an entry-level fitness center manager earns around $36,380, while experienced professionals earn up to $90,950 per year. The local cost of living index is 107% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,380
+$2,380 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,780
+$3,780 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$90,950
+$5,950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Chicago, IL

Percentile Chicago
10th Percentile $34,240
25th Percentile $42,800
Median (50th) $55,640
75th Percentile $77,040
90th Percentile $96,300

Fitness Center Manager Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$56,160
Pop. 149,540
Aurora, IL
$49,400
Pop. 197,757
Springfield, IL
$44,200
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$42,640
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Fitness Center Manager in Chicago

Education

Most fitness center manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Facility ManagementSalesStaff ManagementFitness KnowledgeCustomer ServiceBudgeting

Job Outlook

Nationally, fitness center manager employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Chicago may vary based on local industry and population growth.