AWS Solutions Architect Professional Salary in Illinois

How much does an AWS Solutions Architect Professional make in Illinois?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an AWS Solutions Architect Professional in Illinois is $172,175 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

However, an AWS Solutions Architect Professional's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $190,367
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $161,006 to $181,697
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $150,836
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AWS Solutions Architect Professional Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $181,697 $15,141 $3,494 $87
Average $172,175 $14,348 $3,311 $83
25th Percentile $161,006 $13,417 $3,096 $77
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Key Factors That Influence AWS Solutions Architect Professional Salaries

An AWS Solutions Architect Professional'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 AWS Solutions Architect Professional Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an AWS Solutions Architect Professional'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $121,471
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $143,025
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $171,474
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,309
  • Expert (over 8 years): $155,681
Levels Salary
Systems A... Level AWS Solutions Architect Professional$121,471
Systems A... Level AWS Solutions Architect Professional$143,025
AWS Solut... Level AWS Solutions Architect Professional$171,474
Systems A... Level AWS Solutions Architect Professional$138,309
Systems A... Level AWS Solutions Architect Professional$155,681
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$143,025 < 2 yrs
$171,474 2-4 yrs
$138,309 5-8 yrs
$155,681 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for AWS Solutions Architect Professionals

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: $158,711
  • Saint Peter: $158,493
  • Salem: $159,096

AWS Solutions Architect Professional Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For AWS Solutions Architect Professional roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, AWS Solutions Architect Professional positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view AWS Solutions Architect Professional as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an AWS Solutions Architect Professional

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$189,393$91.010%
Energy & Utilities$189,393$91.010%
Financial Services$189,393$91.010%
Pharmaceuticals$189,393$91.010%
Software & Networking$189,393$91.010%

AWS Solutions Architect Professional Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an AWS Solutions Architect Professional'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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$161,006
Average $172,175/year
$181,697
$13,417
Average $14,348/month
$15,141
$3,096
Average $3,311/week
$3,494
$77
Average $83/hour
$87
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $181,697 $15,141 $3,494 $87
Average $172,175 $14,348 $3,311 $83
25th Percentile $161,006 $13,417 $3,096 $77

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