As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Programmer in Aurora, IL is $113,608, equivalent to $55 per hour, $2,185 weekly, or $9,467 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Computer Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior Computer Programmer in Aurora, IL vary widely, spanning from $94,827 to $127,226. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($103,778) and 75th percentile ($120,736), while top earners (90th percentile) make $127,226 per year. This $16,958 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Computer Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aurora Senior Computer Programmer often earn 0.6% higher than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 291 statewide for Senior Computer 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
Senior Computer Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $94,827 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $103,778 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $113,608 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $120,736 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $127,226 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
25% $103,778 10% $94,827 90% $127,226 75% $120,736 $113,608 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Aurora, Illinois    Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, is a city in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. Located primarily in DuPage and Kan....More

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