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Applications Programming Analysis Director Salary in Illinois

How much does an Applications Programming Analysis Director make in Illinois?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Programming Analysis Director in Illinois is $198,970 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $96.

However, an Applications Programming Analysis Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $212,286
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $185,340 to $205,940
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $172,931
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Applications Programming Analysis Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $205,940 $17,162 $3,960 $99
Average $198,970 $16,581 $3,826 $96
25th Percentile $185,340 $15,445 $3,564 $89
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Key Factors That Influence Applications Programming Analysis Director Salaries

An Applications Programming Analysis Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Applications Programming Analysis Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications Programming Analysis Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Business Application Delivery Programmer VI (10-12 years): $179,699
  • Applications Programming Analysis Supervisor (12+ years): $130,559
  • Business Application Development Manager (12+ years): $143,539
  • Applications Programming Analysis Senior Manager (12+ years): $168,583
  • Applications Programming Analysis Director (12+ years): $198,966
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Business Application Delivery Programmer VI10-12 years$179,699
Applications Programming Analysis Supervisor12+ years$130,559
Business Application Development Manager12+ years$143,539
Applications Programming Analysis Senior Manager12+ years$168,583
Applications Programming Analysis Director12+ years$198,966
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Top Paying Cities for Applications Programming Analysis Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Effingham: $183,410
  • Saint Peter: $183,160
  • Salem: $183,860

Applications Programming Analysis Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Applications Programming Analysis Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $222,735. While startup companies pay approximate $188,429.

Applications Programming Analysis Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$188,429
Growth Stage51~500$199,286
Established501~5000$215,091
Enterprise5000+$222,735

Applications Programming Analysis Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Applications Programming Analysis Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 96% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Applications Programming Analysis Director positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Applications Programming Analysis Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Applications Programming Analysis Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$258,661$124.030%
Financial Services$248,712$120.025%
Pharmaceuticals$244,733$118.023%
Biotechnology$238,764$115.020%
Internet$234,785$113.018%

Applications Programming Analysis Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Applications Programming Analysis Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$185,340
Average $198,970/year
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Average $16,581/month
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75th Percentile $205,940 $17,162 $3,960 $99
Average $198,970 $16,581 $3,826 $96
25th Percentile $185,340 $15,445 $3,564 $89

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