Architectural and Engineering Managers Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $140,530 -16.2% vs national
Median hourly $67.56
10th percentile $96,020
90th percentile $209,740
Employed locally 150
National median $167,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $96,020
    25th
    $114,810
    50th (median)
    $140,530
    75th
    $168,710
    90th
    $209,740

    Top-paying metros for Architectural and Engineering Managers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $226,940
    New Mexico $215,730
    Albuquerque, NM $215,120
    Midland, TX $209,970
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $208,580
    Manchester-Nashua, NH $202,290

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    General and Operations Managers$79,760
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    Medical and Health Services Managers$100,670
    Sales Managers$122,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Engineering Managers make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Engineering Managers in Northwest Illinois is $67.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $94.44 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Architectural and Engineering Managers salaries?

    The median Architectural and Engineering Managers salary in Northwest Illinois is 16.2% below the national median of $167,740. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Architectural and Engineering Managers in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Architectural and Engineering Managers (10th percentile) earn around $96,020 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $114,810.