As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Programmer in Chicago, IL is $60,981, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,173 weekly, or $5,082 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Data Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Data Programmer in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $53,591 to $70,063. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,113) and 75th percentile ($65,735), while top earners (90th percentile) make $70,063 per year. This $8,622 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Data Programmer often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 264 statewide for Data Programmer 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
Data Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $53,591 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $57,113 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $60,981 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $65,735 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $70,063 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
25% $57,113 10% $53,591 90% $70,063 75% $65,735 $60,981 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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