As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for SAS Programmer in Rockford, IL is $109,436, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,105 weekly, or $9,120 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for SAS Programmer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for SAS Programmer in Rockford, IL vary widely, spanning from $90,826 to $131,746. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,695) and 75th percentile ($121,114), while top earners (90th percentile) make $131,746 per year. This $21,419 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Statistical Analysis, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Rockford SAS Programmer often earn 5.5% lower than national averages. However, Rockford currently ranks 497 statewide for SAS Programmer 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
SAS Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $90,826 Rockford, IL November 01, 2026
25th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $99,695 Rockford, IL November 01, 2026
50th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $109,436 Rockford, IL November 01, 2026
75th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $121,114 Rockford, IL November 01, 2026
90th Percentile SAS Programmer Salary $131,746 Rockford, IL November 01, 2026
25% $99,695 10% $90,826 90% $131,746 75% $121,114 $109,436 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Rockford, Illinois    Rockford is a city in Winnebago County in the U.S. state of Illinois, in far northern Illinois. Located on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is t....More

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