As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Computer Designer in Chicago, IL is $45,456, equivalent to $22 per hour, $874 weekly, or $3,788 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Computer Designer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Computer Designer in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $37,484 to $53,677. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,283) and 75th percentile ($49,759), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,677 per year. This $8,476 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Presentation or Packaging, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Computer Designer often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 264 statewide for Computer Designer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Computer Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $37,484 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $41,283 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $45,456 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $49,759 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Computer Designer Salary $53,677 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
25% $41,283 10% $37,484 90% $53,677 75% $49,759 $45,456 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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