How much does a Travel Manager make in Chicago, IL? The average Travel Manager salary in Chicago, IL is $115,815 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $95,959 and $133,807. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Travel Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Travel Manager Salary $77,881 Chicago,IL February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Travel Manager Salary $95,959 Chicago,IL February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Travel Manager Salary $115,815 Chicago,IL February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Travel Manager Salary $133,807 Chicago,IL February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Travel Manager Salary $150,187 Chicago,IL February 26, 2024
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Customer Service 1.59%
Futures 0.24%
PowerPoint 0.48%
Others 97.69%

Job Description for Travel Manager

Travel Manager directs the operation of the company's travel services. Administers and monitors the travel policies, guidelines, and budget to deliver efficient travel arrangements. Being a Travel Manager prepares periodic budget and utilization reports. Provides guidance to employees about travel requirements including visa, medical, and special conditions. Additionally, Travel Manager may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Travel Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Travel Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Travel Manager salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Travel Manager, the highest Travel Manager salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Travel Manager salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Travel Manager salary is in Miami, FL, where the Travel Manager salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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