Across 93 Illinois nonprofits, the median total compensation for general managers is $195,508. 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
General Manager Compensation by Organization Size in Illinois
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $37,000 | $60,974 | $85,375 | 15 |
| $1M - $5M | $111,207 | $140,946 | $156,218 | 20 |
| $5M - $25M | $194,920 | $261,369 | $328,570 | 47 |
Top Cities for General Manager Positions in Illinois
Cities with the most nonprofit general managers reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Illinois
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$384k
Mnt General Manager
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $149.2M|2022
$518k
Wnt General Manager
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $149.2M|2022
$48k
General Manager
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $134k|2024
$48k
General Manager
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $89k|2023
$297k
General Manager
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $66.9M|2023
$79k
General Manager
Chicago, IL|Revenue: $3M|2023