Computer Network Architects Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $119,600 -8.3% vs national
Median hourly $57.50
10th percentile $66,340
90th percentile $171,420
Employed locally 40
National median $130,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,340
    25th
    $87,960
    50th (median)
    $119,600
    75th
    $142,030
    90th
    $171,420

    Top-paying metros for Computer Network Architects

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $174,120
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $172,280
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $166,880
    Rochester, MN $163,920
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $163,570
    Boulder, CO $162,320

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $53,220
    Software Developers $102,590
    Computer Network Support Specialists $61,710
    Computer Systems Analysts $89,400
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $82,170
    Computer Occupations, All Other $82,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Network Architects make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Network Architects in Northwest Illinois is $57.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $78.57 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Computer Network Architects salaries?

    The median Computer Network Architects salary in Northwest Illinois is 8.3% below the national median of $130,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Computer Network Architects in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Computer Network Architects (10th percentile) earn around $66,340 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $87,960.