Computer Network Architects pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for computer network architects is $69.14 an hour ($143,800 a year). About 5,400 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($134,050). It is 8% higher than the Illinois median ($132,790).
Pay range for computer network architects in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $46.12 | $95,930 |
| 25% of workers | $57.73 | $120,070 |
| Half of workers (median) | $69.14 | $143,800 |
| 75% of workers | $81.49 | $169,500 |
| 90% of workers | $98.72 | $205,340 |
Computer Network Architects pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bloomington | $161,780 | 240 |
| Peoria | $144,680 | 260 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $143,800 | 5,400 |
| Springfield | $122,050 | 120 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $111,780 | 150 |
| Rockford | $97,540 | 90 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for computer network architects
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: 5 years or more (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 9,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $134,380 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $60,730 |
| Computer Systems Analysts | $103,490 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $101,660 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $103,170 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $105,580 |
| Computer Network Support Specialists | $73,340 |
| Information Security Analysts | $125,310 |
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