As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Help Desk Engineer in Akin, IL is $107,228, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,062 weekly, or $8,936 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Help Desk Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Help Desk Engineer in Akin, IL vary widely, spanning from $86,042 to $133,227. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($96,138) and 75th percentile ($120,837), while top earners (90th percentile) make $133,227 per year. This $24,699 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or IT Support, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Akin Help Desk Engineer often earn 7.7% 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
Help Desk Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $86,042 Akin, IL February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $96,138 Akin, IL February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $107,228 Akin, IL February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $120,837 Akin, IL February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $133,227 Akin, IL February 01, 2026
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About Akin, Illinois    Akin is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois, United States. Akin is 10 miles (16 km) east of Benton. Akin had a post office, whic....More

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

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