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University Professor - Computer Science Salary in Illinois

How much does an University Professor - Computer Science make in Illinois?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an University Professor - Computer Science in Illinois is $129,990 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

However, an University Professor - Computer Science's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $167,607
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,810 to $149,680
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,079
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University Professor - Computer Science Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $149,680 $12,473 $2,878 $72
Average $129,990 $10,833 $2,500 $62
25th Percentile $113,810 $9,484 $2,189 $55
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Key Factors That Influence University Professor - Computer Science Salaries

An University Professor - Computer Science'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 University Professor - Computer Science Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an University Professor - Computer Science'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:

  • College Instructor - Computer Science (0-0 years): $65,081
  • College Assistant Professor - Computer Science (0-0 years): $89,237
  • College Associate Professor - Computer Science (0-0 years): $107,913
  • University Professor - Computer Science (0-0 years): $129,986
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
College Instructor - Computer Science0-0 years$65,081
College Assistant Professor - Computer Science0-0 years$89,237
College Associate Professor - Computer Science0-0 years$107,913
University Professor - Computer Science0-0 years$129,986
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Top Paying Cities for University Professor - Computer Sciences

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: $119,830
  • Saint Peter: $119,660
  • Salem: $120,120

University Professor - Computer Science Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

University Professor - Computer Science salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $134,149. While startup companies pay approximate $114,628.

University Professor - Computer Science Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$114,628
Growth Stage51~500$120,940
Established501~5000$129,866
Enterprise5000+$134,149

University Professor - Computer Science Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an University Professor - Computer Science'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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$113,810
Average $129,990/year
$149,680
$9,484
Average $10,833/month
$12,473
$2,189
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$2,878
$55
Average $62/hour
$72
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $149,680 $12,473 $2,878 $72
Average $129,990 $10,833 $2,500 $62
25th Percentile $113,810 $9,484 $2,189 $55

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