Network Enginner Salary in Rockford, Illinois

How much does a Network Enginner make in Rockford, IL?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Network Enginner in Rockford, IL is $91,993. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $84,063 to $101,612, with most professionals earning between $76,843 and $110,369.

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What is a Network Enginner?

A Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's network infrastructure. This includes analyzing and troubleshooting network issues, configuring and installing network devices, and ensuring the security and performance of the network. They also collaborate with other IT professionals to ensure that the network meets the organization's needs and goals. Additionally, they may be involved in planning and implementing network upgrades and expansions to support the organization's growth and technological advancements. Strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a deep understanding of network protocols and technologies are essential for this role.

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What does a Network Enginner do?

Common responsibilities of a Network Enginner

Configuring and maintaining network security measures, such as firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.

September 09, 2023

Providing technical support and guidance to end users and other IT staff on network-related issues.

September 15, 2023

Implementing and maintaining network protocols and standards to ensure efficient and secure data transmission.

October 02, 2023

Designing and implementing network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking devices.

October 05, 2023

Collaborating with other IT professionals to ensure network compatibility and interoperability with other systems and applications.

October 05, 2023

Monitoring network performance and troubleshooting network issues, such as slow speeds or connectivity problems.

November 04, 2023

Conducting regular network assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.

November 20, 2023

Managing network capacity and scalability to accommodate the organization's growing needs.

November 22, 2023

Developing and maintaining network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.

November 22, 2023

Staying current with industry trends and best practices in network engineering to continuously improve the organization's network infrastructure.

November 28, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Network Enginner in Rockford, IL

Average Base Salary

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84063

101612

91993

Average Total Cash Compensation

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86864

105700

95128

What is the average salary for Network Enginner in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Network Enginner in Rockford, IL. The base salary for Network Enginner ranges from $84,063 to $101,612 with the average base salary of $91,993. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $86,864 to $105,700 with the average total cash compensation of $95,128.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$91,993	$84,063 - $101,612
Bonus	$3,135	$2,801 - $4,088
Total Pay	$95,128	$86,864 - $105,700

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Network Enginner Salary Near Rockford, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Janesville, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,964 - $101,492	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Elgin, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,297 - $107,938	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Hoffman Estates, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,981 - $108,766	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Aurora, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,998 - $108,786	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Madison, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $84,307 - $101,907	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL
CITY, STATE Wheaton, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,266 - $107,901	COMPARE TO Rockford, IL

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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 the county seat of Winnebago County (a small portion of the city is located in Ogle County). The largest city in Illinois outside of the Chicago metropolitan area, Rockford is the third-largest city in the state and the 171st most populous in the United States According to 2010 U.S. Census Data, the City of Rockford had a population of 152,871, with an outlying metropolitan area population of 348,360. The City of Rockford's population is 147,051...

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