Network and Computer Systems Administrators Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $82,170 -15.1% vs national
Median hourly $39.50
10th percentile $44,490
90th percentile $126,130
Employed locally 110
National median $96,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,490
    25th
    $65,920
    50th (median)
    $82,170
    75th
    $99,880
    90th
    $126,130

    Top-paying metros for Network and Computer Systems Administrators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $128,620
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $127,030
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $124,050
    Fort Collins-Loveland, CO $122,110
    Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD $119,150
    District of Columbia $114,140

    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
    Computer Occupations, All Other $82,800
    Computer Network Architects $119,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Network and Computer Systems Administrators make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Network and Computer Systems Administrators in Northwest Illinois is $39.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.88 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Network and Computer Systems Administrators salaries?

    The median Network and Computer Systems Administrators salary in Northwest Illinois is 15.1% below the national median of $96,800. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Network and Computer Systems Administrators in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Network and Computer Systems Administrators (10th percentile) earn around $44,490 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,920.