SOC 15-1251 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer Programmers in Illinois is $103,609 per year ($49.81/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $98,675. The middle 50% earn between $75,457 and $135,408 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $170,199.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $26.34 | $54,797 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $36.28 | $75,457 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $49.81 | $103,609 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $65.10 | $135,408 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $81.83 | $170,199 | +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 Computer Programmers in Illinois is approximately $103,609, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $98,675.
Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $54,797 per year. The 25th percentile is $75,457. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $170,199.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $98,675 vs $103,609 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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