Animation Director Salary in Chicago, IL.
Updated on: Jan 14, 2026
How much does a Animation Director make in Chicago, IL?
The average Animation Director in Chicago, IL makes $95,416,
23% above the national average Animation Director salary of $77,678.
This pay is 4% lower than the combined average salaries of other metroes San Jose, CA, Kansas City, MO, and Portland, ME.
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