As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for data center operations in Addison, IL is $176,708, equivalent to $85 per hour, $3,398 weekly, or $14,726 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for data center operations in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for data center operations in Addison, IL vary widely, spanning from $156,019 to $197,929. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($165,879) and 75th percentile ($187,816), while top earners (90th percentile) make $197,929 per year. This $21,937 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Innovation or AWS, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Addison data center operations often earn 1.0% higher than national averages. 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
data center operations Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile data center operations Salary $156,019 Addison, IL February 01, 2026
25th Percentile data center operations Salary $165,879 Addison, IL February 01, 2026
50th Percentile data center operations Salary $176,708 Addison, IL February 01, 2026
75th Percentile data center operations Salary $187,816 Addison, IL February 01, 2026
90th Percentile data center operations Salary $197,929 Addison, IL February 01, 2026
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Data center operations professionals are responsible for managing and maintaining the infrastructure that supports data storage and processing. Their duties include monitoring system performance, ensuring uptime, and implementing security protocols. These roles often require collaboration with IT teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize system efficiency. Salaries in this field can vary based on experience, location, and the complexity of the data center environment. Entry-level positions typically start at a competitive rate, while experienced professionals can command higher salaries, esp...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of data center operations in Addison, IL. The base salary for data center operations ranges from $165,879 to $187,816 with the average base salary of $176,708. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $200,287 to $251,715 with the average total cash compensation of $225,771.

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About Addison, Illinois    Addison is a village located in the Chicago Metropolitan Area, in DuPage County, Illinois, United States. The population was 36,942 at the 2010 census....More

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