Application Support Developer Salary in Illinois

How much does an Application Support Developer make in Illinois?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Application Support Developer in Illinois is $69,887 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, an Application Support Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,470
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,404 to $78,044
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,590
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Application Support Developer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $78,044 $6,504 $1,501 $38
Average $69,887 $5,824 $1,344 $34
25th Percentile $62,404 $5,200 $1,200 $30
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Key Factors That Influence Application Support Developer Salaries

An Application Support Developer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Application Support Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Application Support Developer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $56,544
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $69,287
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,579
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,679
  • Expert (over 8 years): $154,698
Levels Salary
Applicati... Level Application Support Developer$56,544
Applicati... Level Application Support Developer$69,287
Applicati... Level Application Support Developer$91,579
Applicati... Level Application Support Developer$136,679
Applicati... Level Application Support Developer$154,698
$56,544 0 yr
$69,287 < 2 yrs
$91,579 2-4 yrs
$136,679 5-8 yrs
$154,698 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Application Support Developers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Effingham: $64,422
  • Saint Peter: $64,333
  • Salem: $64,578

Application Support Developer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Application Support Developer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Application Support Developer positions in Telecom or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Application Support Developer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Application Support Developer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$97,842$47.040%
MFG Nondurable$90,853$44.030%
Biotechnology$87,359$42.025%
Software & Networking$87,359$42.025%
Financial Services$83,864$40.020%

Application Support Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Application Support Developer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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