As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for SQL/BI Developer in Chicago, IL is $71,259, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,370 weekly, or $5,938 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for SQL/BI Developer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for SQL/BI Developer in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $59,152 to $87,347. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,922) and 75th percentile ($79,680), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,347 per year. This $14,758 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Collaboration or User Interface, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago SQL/BI Developer often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 249 statewide for SQL/BI 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
SQL/BI Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile SQL/BI Developer Salary $59,152 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
25th Percentile SQL/BI Developer Salary $64,922 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
50th Percentile SQL/BI Developer Salary $71,259 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
75th Percentile SQL/BI Developer Salary $79,680 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
90th Percentile SQL/BI Developer Salary $87,347 Chicago, IL July 01, 2026
25% $64,922 10% $59,152 90% $87,347 75% $79,680 $71,259 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Bachelor's Degree

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