Computer Programmers Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Illinois
Computer Programmers in Illinois earn a median salary of $78,583 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -20.4% vs the national median of $98,670. An estimated 160 computer programmers are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $61,160 to $90,470 depending on location.
$78,583
Avg median salary in Illinois
$90,470
Highest paying metro
$61,160
Lowest paying metro
160
Employed in Illinois
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inComputer Programmers salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL-IN | $90,470 | $65,400 | $117,110 | — |
| Champaign, IL | $86,540 | $79,290 | $103,790 | 130 |
| Peoria, IL | $76,160 | $55,580 | $91,040 | 30 |
| Springfield, IL | $61,160 | $60,310 | $71,170 | — |