Computer Systems Analysts pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for computer systems analysts is $49.76 an hour ($103,490 a year). About 14,660 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($105,850). It is 2% higher than the Illinois median ($101,570).
Pay range for computer systems analysts in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.74 | $61,860 |
| 25% of workers | $38.96 | $81,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.76 | $103,490 |
| 75% of workers | $62.48 | $129,960 |
| 90% of workers | $72.83 | $151,490 |
Computer Systems Analysts pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $117,590 | 820 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $103,490 | 14,660 |
| Peoria | $103,440 | 770 |
| Bloomington | $103,030 | 630 |
| Rockford | $95,430 | 210 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $86,690 | 320 |
| Decatur | $80,410 | 60 |
| Kankakee | $80,190 | 80 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for computer systems analysts
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +7.9% over ten years, faster than average · about 32,900 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 Occupations, All Other | $101,660 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $103,170 |
| Computer Network Architects | $143,800 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $105,580 |
| Computer Network Support Specialists | $73,340 |
| Information Security Analysts | $125,310 |
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