As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Electrical Systems Engineer in Mount Prospect, IL is $93,934, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,806 weekly, or $7,828 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Electrical Systems Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Electrical Systems Engineer in Mount Prospect, IL vary widely, spanning from $77,233 to $110,557. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,192) and 75th percentile ($102,635), while top earners (90th percentile) make $110,557 per year. This $17,443 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Mount Prospect Electrical Systems Engineer often earn 1.0% higher than national averages. However, Mount Prospect currently ranks 281 statewide for Electrical Systems Engineer 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
Electrical Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $77,233 Mount Prospect, IL April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $85,192 Mount Prospect, IL April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $93,934 Mount Prospect, IL April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $102,635 Mount Prospect, IL April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $110,557 Mount Prospect, IL April 01, 2026
25% $85,192 10% $77,233 90% $110,557 75% $102,635 $93,934 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Electrical Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Electrical Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Mount Prospect, Illinois    Mount Prospect is a village in Elk Grove and Wheeling Townships in Cook County, Illinois, about 20 miles (32 km) northwest of downtown Chicago, and ap....More

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