Software Engineer Salary in Chicago, IL
Median: $143,491/yr — $13,331 (10%) above the national median. Range: $110,091–$169,775.
Last updated: 2026-04-22 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2024
Software Engineer Salary in Chicago vs. National Average
25th Pct (Chicago)
$110,091
Median (Chicago)
$143,491
75th Pct (Chicago)
$169,775
National median: $130,160/yr. Chicago is $13,331 (10%) above the national median.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024
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