Computer Systems Analysts Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $89,400 -13.9% vs national
Median hourly $42.98
10th percentile $61,020
90th percentile $131,310
Employed locally 140
National median $103,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,020
    25th
    $73,090
    50th (median)
    $89,400
    75th
    $106,180
    90th
    $131,310

    Top-paying metros for Computer Systems Analysts

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $160,800
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $145,440
    Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area $139,860
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $132,580
    Boulder, CO $132,290
    California $127,660

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $53,220
    Software Developers $102,590
    Computer Network Support Specialists $61,710
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $82,170
    Computer Occupations, All Other $82,800
    Computer Network Architects $119,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Systems Analysts make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Systems Analysts in Northwest Illinois is $42.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.41 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Computer Systems Analysts salaries?

    The median Computer Systems Analysts salary in Northwest Illinois is 13.9% below the national median of $103,790. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Computer Systems Analysts in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Computer Systems Analysts (10th percentile) earn around $61,020 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,090.