Across 1,515 Illinois nonprofits, the median total compensation for CFOs is $114,214. Each organization counts once, using its most recent IRS Form 990 filing from fiscal years 2019 to 2024. Total compensation includes base salary, bonus, and other reportable compensation.
Data updated July 1, 2026
CFO Compensation by Organization Size in Illinois
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $5,077 | $17,500 | $43,371 | 389 |
| $1M - $5M | $30,485 | $78,680 | $138,020 | 307 |
| $5M - $25M | $107,346 | $143,152 | $201,201 | 436 |
| $25M - $100M | $134,885 | $199,056 | $268,801 | 254 |
| Over $100M | $208,664 | $330,386 | $497,663 | 129 |
Top Cities for CFO Positions in Illinois
Cities with the most nonprofit CFOs reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Illinois
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$9k
Treasurer/asst Sec
Peoria, IL|Revenue: $1.1M|2023
$38k
Pres/sec/asst Treasurer
Peoria, IL|Revenue: $1.1M|2023
$9k
Treasurer/asst Sec
Peoria, IL|Revenue: $1.3M|2022
$38k
Pres/sec/asst Treasurer
Peoria, IL|Revenue: $1.3M|2022
$169k
Chief Financial Officer
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $16.4M|2024
$47k
CFO (hired 9/11/2023)
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $16.6M|2023