SOC 15-1252 · Illinois · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Software Developers in Illinois is $147,202 per year ($70.77/hr). This is 5% higher than the national median of $140,192. The middle 50% earn between $110,554 and $190,248 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $237,772.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $36.68 | $76,287 | +5.0% |
| P25 | $53.15 | $110,554 | +5.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $70.77 | $147,202 | +5.0% |
| P75 | $91.47 | $190,248 | +5.0% |
| P90 | $114.31 | $237,772 | +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 Software Developers in Illinois is approximately $147,202, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 5% higher than the national median of $140,192.
Entry-level Software Developers (10th percentile) in Illinois earn approximately $76,287 per year. The 25th percentile is $110,554. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $237,772.
Illinois pays 5% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $140,192 vs $147,202 in Illinois. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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