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Chicago Analysis

Comprehensive wage data and cost-of-living analysis for flexible work roles in Chicago.

Average Wage

$19/hr

Total Employment

270,213

Cost of Living

107

100 = national avg

Key Insights

Data-driven insights and recommendations

Stat
Important

Wage-to-Cost-of-Living Ratio

17.80

Chicago offers strong wage value relative to cost of living, making it an attractive market for flexible workers.

Comparison

Highest-Paying Role

Brand Ambassador

Brand Ambassador pays $24.3/hr in Chicago, the highest among flexible roles.

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Stat

Total Employment

270,213

Chicago has over 270,213 flexible workers across all industries.

Roles Tracked

Highest-paying flexible roles in Chicago

Brand Ambassador

1,860 workers

$24.3/hr

Hospitality Team Lead

8,866 workers

$24.3/hr

Chef de Partie

10,639 workers

$22.7/hr

Forklift Driver

4,030 workers

$22.2/hr

Banquet Server

10,639 workers

$22.2/hr

Top Industries

Leading industries by wage in Chicago

Events & Entertainment

$19.8/hr

5,580 workers

Industrial & Warehouse

$19.3/hr

56,420 workers

Hospitality

$17.2/hr

197,712 workers

Regional Analysis
  • •Chicago offers strong wage-to-cost-of-living value for flexible workers.
  • •Chicago has 5+ high-demand flexible roles.

Great Value Market

Chicago offers strong wage-to-cost-of-living value, making it an attractive market for flexible workers.

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