SOC 15-1243 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Database Architects in Illinois is $142,768 per year ($68.64/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $135,970. The middle 50% earn between $113,306 and $177,952 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $220,497.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $41.20 | $85,700 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $54.47 | $113,306 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $68.64 | $142,768 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $85.55 | $177,952 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $106.01 | $220,497 | +5.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Database Architects in Illinois is approximately $142,768, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $135,970.
Entry-level Database Architects (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $85,700 per year. The 25th percentile is $113,306. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $220,497.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $135,970 vs $142,768 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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