Restaurant Owner Salary in Chicago, IL.
Updated on: Jan 14, 2026
How much does a Restaurant Owner make in Chicago, IL?
The average Restaurant Owner in Chicago, IL makes $86,746,
23% above the national average Restaurant Owner salary of $70,620.
This pay is 2% lower than the combined average salaries of other metroes San Jose, CA, Virginia Beach, VA, and San Diego, CA.
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