Retail & Sales Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Retail Manager Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median retail manager salary in Aurora, IL is $47,880 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$47,880
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,520
Cost of Living
95%

Retail Manager Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level retail manager earns around $30,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $80,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,400
$-1,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$49,400
$-2,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$80,750
$-4,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $28,500
25th Percentile $36,100
Median (50th) $47,880
75th Percentile $66,500
90th Percentile $87,400

Retail Manager Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$54,432
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$53,928
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$42,840
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$41,328
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Retail Manager in Aurora

Education

Most retail manager positions require a high school diploma. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Retail ManagementSalesInventory ManagementCustomer ServiceStaff TrainingVisual Merchandising

Job Outlook

Nationally, retail manager employment is projected to grow 1% over the next decade (slower than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.