As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Product Developer in Chicago, IL is $75,302, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,448 weekly, or $6,275 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Product Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Product Developer in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $62,033 to $87,734. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,356) and 75th percentile ($81,809), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,734 per year. This $13,453 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Product Marketing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Product Developer often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 264 statewide for Product Developer 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
Product Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Product Developer Salary $62,033 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Product Developer Salary $68,356 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Product Developer Salary $75,302 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Product Developer Salary $81,809 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Product Developer Salary $87,734 Chicago, IL January 01, 2026
25% $68,356 10% $62,033 90% $87,734 75% $81,809 $75,302 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Product Developer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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