As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Mount Prospect, IL is $92,950, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,788 weekly, or $7,746 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Embedded Systems Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Embedded Systems Engineer in Mount Prospect, IL vary widely, spanning from $77,895 to $107,432. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,070) and 75th percentile ($100,530), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,432 per year. This $15,460 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Risk Management or Operating System, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Mount Prospect Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Mount Prospect currently ranks 280 statewide for Embedded 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
Embedded Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $77,895 Mount Prospect, IL August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $85,070 Mount Prospect, IL August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $92,950 Mount Prospect, IL August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $100,530 Mount Prospect, IL August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $107,432 Mount Prospect, IL August 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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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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