Digital Marketing Specialist Salary in Chicago

Pay ranges below come from 14 current digital marketing specialist listings that disclose salary in Chicago, updated daily. We only show what employers actually post — never estimates.

Median base pay

from 14 disclosed ranges

$73,500/yr

$36,400$67,500 – $80,000 typical$130,000

Highest-paying employers in Chicago

Codalup to $130,000
Hightower Advisorsup to $86,320
The Aspen Groupup to $82,500
Om Mushroom Superfoodup to $80,000
Clark Hill Lawup to $77,500

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Digital Marketing Specialist roles in Chicago that list pay

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SEO & Content Marketing Specialist for Financial Services

Hightower Advisors · Chicago, Illinois

$40 - $43

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AI SEO Marketing Specialist

The Aspen Group · Chicago, Illinois

$75,000 - $90,000

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Growth-Focused Digital Marketing Manager — DTC & Social

Om Mushroom Superfood · Chicago, Illinois

$70,000 - $90,000

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Hybrid Marketing Specialist: AI‑Powered Brand & Digital Growth

Clark Hill Law · Chicago, Illinois

$70,000 - $85,000

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eCommerce and Digital Marketing Manager

Kimberly-Clark · Chicago, Illinois

$70,000 - $84,000

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What moves Digital Marketing Specialist pay

Seniority

Years of experience and scope are the biggest lever — senior digital marketing specialist roles routinely clear the top of the range above.

Company & industry

Larger and high-margin employers pay more for the same digital marketing specialist title than smaller or non-profit ones.

Local market

Cost of living and local demand shift Chicago offers up or down versus the national figure.

Frequently asked

How much does a Digital Marketing Specialist make in Chicago?

Based on 14 disclosed ranges in our current feed, the median is around $73,500 per year. Actual pay varies by experience, company, and specialty.

Where do these numbers come from?

Real job listings in Climbr's feed that publish a salary range, refreshed daily and annualized for comparison. We don't use survey estimates or model-generated figures — if employers don't post pay, we don't show a number.

How can I earn more as a Digital Marketing Specialist?

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