As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Abingdon, IL is $73,934, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,422 weekly, or $6,161 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Security Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Security Engineer in Abingdon, IL vary widely, spanning from $60,946 to $86,749. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,136) and 75th percentile ($80,642), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,749 per year. This $13,506 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abingdon Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 7.8% lower 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
Entry Level Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $60,946 Abingdon, IL April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $67,136 Abingdon, IL April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $73,934 Abingdon, IL April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $80,642 Abingdon, IL April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $86,749 Abingdon, IL April 01, 2026
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    Entry Level Security Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Facilities Design Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Abingdon, Illinois    Abingdon is a city in Knox County, Illinois, United States, 50 miles (80 km) west of Peoria. It is part of the Galesburg Micropolitan Statistical Area....More

Abingdon, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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